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New England States Touring artist group Akwaaba African Drum and Dance Ensemble; photo by Frank Mullin courtesy of FirstWorks.

Grant Recipient

New England States Touring artist group Akwaaba African Drum and Dance Ensemble; photo by Frank Mullin courtesy of FirstWorks.

Location

Bethel, ME

Artist

Akwaaba African Drum and Dance Ensemble

Fiscal Year Awarded

2009

Grant or Program

New England States Touring (NEST) Grant

Grant Amount

$2,200

The Mahoosuc Arts Council welcomed traditional West African troupe, Akwaaba African Dance and Drum Ensemble, to the greater Bethel area. In addition to a public performance, the troupe visited four area schools to lead a combination of lecture-demonstrations, Q&A, and workshops.

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