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Movin’ Legacy is an archiving organization that is dedicated to the promotion of African and African diaspora systems of dance, regarding dance as an institution that preserves histories and safeguards culture’s evolution. Through archival collections, public performances, and educational outreach,
Movin’ Legacy seeks to document the contributions of Black dancers, choreographers, and movement artists, ensuring that their stories continue to inspire future generations.
Movin’ Legacy celebrates the human body as a repository of knowledge and history, embodying our ancestral legacies and the wisdom of dance. Our commitment extends beyond performance to deeply engage with themes of social justice, challenging systemic inequalities through the power of artistic expression.
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, Movin’ Legacy is dedicated to preserving, celebrating, and evolving African and African diasporic dance traditions. These practices are not only performances but are transformative experiences that offer insights into human resilience, culture, and the intricate fabric of our societies.
We confront and counter the historical marginalization of African and diasporic embodied practices, which have often been undervalued under colonial and supremacist ideologies. Movin’ Legacy acknowledges the depth and sophistication of these dance forms as fundamental elements of the human experience, fostering connections with the earth, spirituality, and one another.
By exploring dance and embodiment practices as foundational to how Black people throughout Africa and its diaspora have navigated and thrived against oppression, Movin’ Legacy acts as a conduit between historical wisdom and contemporary relevance, ensuring these rich narratives are preserved and celebrated.
Collections include:
Oral histories of Black dancers and choreographers, archival footage of performances, personal collections of prominent movement artists, and community dance workshop archiving.
