Program / Event Details
Provider: Expanding Boundaries
Contact Details
Baltimore,, MD 21207
Step into the world of African majesty with our African Queen and King History and Dress-Up Residency! This multi-session experience goes beyond a single workshop, giving students an in-depth, hands-on exploration of iconic African monarchs, their leadership, cultural legacies, and royal attire.
Through interactive storytelling, visual media, multimedia presentation, creative arts, and hands-on royal attire exploration, students will discover the profound dignity and richness of African history while engaging in personal reflection and artistic expression.
Daily Breakdown (3 to 5 Day Options)
| Day | Focus Topic | Core Activities & Student Deliverables |
| Day 1 | Foundations of Royal African History |
• Historical Focus: Introduction to legendary African rulers (e.g., Mansa Musa, Queen Nzinga, Pharaoh Hatshepsut, Oba of Benin). • Activity: Interactive storytelling, visual timeline exploration, and class discussion on leadership qualities. |
| Day 2 | Symbolism in Royal Attire & Accessories |
• Cultural Focus: The meaning behind royal textiles (Kente, Mudcloth, Ankara), crowns, beads, and jewelry. • Activity: Hands-on textile examination, identifying color/pattern meanings, and student sketching/designing of their own royal crest or crown. |
| Day 3 | Interactive Dress-Up & Royal Portraiture |
• Experiential Focus: Stepping into the shoes of royalty. • Activity: Interactive dress-up session using beautifully crafted replicas of royal garments and headpieces, paired with staged “royal portraits” and brief peer presentations. |
| Day 4 (5-Day Option) | Leadership, Speech, & Courtly Traditions |
• Performance Focus: Royal proclamations and oral traditions. • Activity: Students craft a “Royal Decree” or short speech focusing on modern leadership, community values, and pride, practicing royal presentation skills. |
| Day 5 (5-Day Option) | Culminating Showcase / Royal Court |
• Celebration Focus: Community sharing and reflection. • Activity: A final “Royal Showcase” where students present their garments, original decrees, and historical learnings to peers, school community, or parents. |
Residency Highlights & Learning Outcomes
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Curriculum Integration: Aligns with Social Studies, Social-Emotional Learning (SEL), Visual Arts, and Theater/Storytelling standards.
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Hands-On Engagement: Includes authentic replica garments, traditional accessories, interactive prop handling, and creative art-making.
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Empowerment & Pride: Inspires cultural appreciation, builds self-esteem, and encourages students to explore the concept of modern leadership through a historic lens.
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Flexible Implementation: Adaptable for grades 3–12, after-school programs, or interdisciplinary school units.