Please join us on Sunday, February 23, 2025, as we celebrate the 100th anniversary of the birth of the Honorable Louis Stokes (1925-2015), who became the first Black congressman to be elected from the state of Ohio in 1968 and served in this capacity for 30 years. Among our invited guests are members of Congressman Stokes' family and his faith community, Cleveland's St. Paul African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church. Admission is free, and all are welcome. The Congressman's biography, The Gentleman from Ohio, will be available for purchase in the Museum Store.

*Free Admission to museum and all exhibits, coffee hour starting at 1 PM, digital photo booth, discounted books, and more!