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Resonance
September 12, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
King Whale is an artist and tenor saxophonist from Central Florida who now resides in Jacksonville. He creates a unique blend of jazz, R&B and hip-hop with his band Resonance to give you music that uplifts and connects deep at the same time. If you love meaningful messages over infectious melodies, his music is for you!
Derrick Lawrence
September 12, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Derryck Lawrence is an acclaimed Neo-Soul/R&B/Jazz vocalist and hand percussionist whose smooth tone, refined musicianship, and magnetic stage presence have earned him praise from critics and fans nationwide. Born in Indianapolis and now rooted in Jacksonville, FL, Derryck has built a signature sound that blends soulful storytelling with jazz‑infused elegance, a style that feels both timeless and unmistakably his own.
A natural performer since childhood, Derryck grew up singing, playing instruments, and developing the musical instincts that now define his artistry. Over the years, he has captivated audiences across lounges, festivals, and intimate venues, winning over music lovers from every walk of life.
On January 2, 2026, Derryck released his highly praised LP “Lounging,” a warm, atmospheric project that captures the essence of late‑night soul and grown‑folk sophistication. The album serves as the heartbeat of his national 2026 Cigar Wine & Lounge Tour, a 26‑city experience celebrating music, culture, and connection in upscale lounge environments across the country.
Alongside his original work, Derryck continues to shine with his celebrated Men of Soul Tribute Show, honoring the legends who shaped the genre while showcasing his own dynamic vocal range and interpretive skill.
Women love Derryck Lawrence. And men love the women who love Derryck Lawrence. This Indianapolis, Indiana native now living in Jacksonville, Florida, has carved for himself a solid career as one of the leading purveyors of unapologetic, unabashed romantic music.
Billy Buchanan & His
Rock ‘n Soul Revue
September 12, 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Billy Buchanan & his Rock ‘n Soul Revue put on a nonstop, no holds barred show that is an authentic, jaw dropping homage to The Pioneers. Buchanan channels artists like Ray Charles, Sam Cooke, James Brown, Chuck Berry, Little Richard, Wilson Pickett, Stax icons, Motown legends, Jimi Hendrix, Prince, and many more. Born and raised in Cleveland, OH, the city where DJ Alan Freed first coined the phrase "Rock and Roll", Billy Buchanan has a deep musical heritage. Digging into his father's LPs at a very young age, he became a disciple of all the soul, blues, and rock trailblazers. Buchanan is an exceptional, award-winning songwriter (Battle for Florida / 1st Place Winner, Atlanta Local Music Award / 1st Place Winner, Yamaha Music Showcase / 2nd Place Winner, PGA Tour Songwriting Competition Finalist / Top 4, The Reel Awards - Las Vegas / Best Soul Artist, Dove Award Nominee). Songs that Billy has written or produced have been featured in various TV shows and movies, including ‘Lodge 49’, 'One Tree Hill’, 'Ghost Whisperer’, and the movie ‘Fled’. His latest album is titled, “Live Act 2”. Billy Buchanan & his Rock ‘n Soul Revue are an amazing live band, and a must see for any music lover! Check out BILLYBUCHANAN.ORG for more information.
The Freedom To Teach: Confronting Complex Themes
“The Freedom to Teach: Confronting Complex Themes in Contested Spaces” is a non-partisan conference that seeks to bring together history and civics educators from a variety of different backgrounds (including but not limited to higher education, K-12 public education, libraries, museums, administrative, and college students) to share their perspectives on and experiences with teaching difficult topics. The event’s objective is to build bridges between these different constituencies, share best practices, outline common tasks, and develop solutions to teaching complicated themes that are based on our shared educational mission. Those common values are based on the values of a liberal arts education and the related pursuit of academic truth, whose mission transcends political boundaries.
"Magic, Mirth, and Mortality: Musing on Black Motherhood": Artist Panel
Saturday, April 23rd, 2022 artists Shawana Brooks, Cheryl McCain, Marsha Hatcher, and Tatiana Kitchen will lead a panel discussion to discuss their work in relation to the exhibition, historical representations of Motherhood in art, and issues around the representation of BIPOC women artists within the fields of visual and literary art.
POSTPONED: “Patrolling the Boundaries of Race through Lynching, Then and Now”
Lynching is not a relic of a Jim Crow past. It is a modern form of racial terror. Dr. Terry Anne Scott will examine how lynching sits squarely on a historical continuum of systemic racism and racial othering. She will also offer ideas about how we can work to create a future defined by equity and compassion.
"Magic, Mirth and Mortality: Musings on Black Motherhood": Panel Discussion
On Tuesday, April 12th, Dr. Martha Bireda, Scholar and Director of Blanchard House Museum of African History and Culture, will join Writer and Curator Shawana Brooks, and Dr. Lori Lee, Associate Professor of Archaeology and Anthropology in a discussion that will focus on Black maternal health through a historical lens.
“Mose Speaks” Archaeology at Fort Mose: On Land and Underwater
The Friends of Fort Mose Historical Society is presenting a panel series called “Mose Speaks: A Public Lecture Series” This event, “Archaeology at Fort Mose: On Land and Underwater” will feature panelists Dr. Jane Landers, Dr. Lori Lee, and Mr. Chuck Meide, and will be moderated by our own associate director, Kimberlyn Elliott.
Exposing History: Color, Textiles and Taste
The St. Augustine Historical Society announces Exposing History: Color, Taste and Textiles, a solo exhibition of new work by Laura Mongiovi, Flagler College Professor of Art and Design.
Free and Enslaved: Black Society in Spanish Florida, 1513-1821
In celebration of National Historic Preservation Month, the Florida Trust for Historic Preservation in partnership with the St. Johns Cultural Council and the Gullah Geechee Heritage Corridor, is hosting a series of events to raise funds for the Lincolnville Museum and Cultural Center.
Join Dr. J. Michael Francis for a presentation entitled Free and Enslaved: Black Society in Spanish Florida, 1513-1821. Dr. Francis is the Director of La Florida: The Interactive Digital Archive of the Americas. This presentation will be offered both in person and digitally, with an optional, ticketed reception before the lecture. Note that the reception is at the LMCC and the lecture is at the St. Augustine Art Association.
Event Details:
Ticketed Reception at the LMCC (102 M. L. King Ave) : 5:30 - 6:30
Lecture with Dr. J. Michael Francis: 7 - 8 p.m. at the St. Augustine Art Association (22 Marine Street, St. Augustine, FL 32084) Park on-street along the water side of Avenida Menendez or behind City Hall at 75 King Street
VIRTUAL Tickets: $10 to attend virtually with live-stream ticket (guests with live-stream ticket will receive weblink via email)
LIVE EVENT Tickets: $25 to attend in-person (limited seating)
LIVE EVENT & RECEPTION: $50 ticket includes pre-event reception and lecture (limited seating) Refreshments will be available and guests will receive a complimentary drink ticket with additional drinks available for purchase.
Purchase your tickets here! Space is limited, to reserve your spot early!
Sisters in the Struggle: Black Women's Political Participation in Florida
Join the LMCC and University of Florida professor of political science Dr. Sharon Austin for a fascinating lecture on the influence and bravery of figures like Mary McLeod Bethune, Harriette Moore, Patricia Stephens Due and more. The virtual presentation will begin at 5:30 PM EST on Thursday, April 8th! Space is limited, so make sure to register on Eventbrite so you don’t miss out!
Powerful Doctoring Women
Grannies and midwives provided essential medical care for enslaved people, drawing upon their knowledge of herbs and their local environment. On March 18th at 5:30 p.m, join Dr. Martha Bireda for a virtual presentation on these “powerful doctoring women.”
African American Women's Fight for the Right to Vote
Regina Gayle Phillips, Executive Director of the Lincolnville Museum and Cultural Center in St. Augustine, will give an amazing presentation on the long fight for African American Women - and men - to get the right to vote.