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As a nationally organized body with individual, affiliate, and organizational memberships, NABS preserves and passes on the folklore, legends, myths, fables, and mores of Africans and their descendants and ancestors—“In the Tradition...”
It is a great year to Become a Life Member or
upgrade from Silver to Gold and receive the NABS Coveted Gold Pin.
A one-time payments grants you Life Membership.
Gold Life Members - $1000
Silver Life Members - $500
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About the National Association of Black Storytellers (NABS)
Since 1983, there has been an annual "In the Tradition..." National Festival of Black Storytelling. During the 1984 festival, the Association of Black Storytellers (later NABS) was formed by Linda Goss of Philadelphia, PA, and Mary Carter Smith of Baltimore, MD.
The mission of the National Association of Black Storytellers, Inc. is to promote and perpetuate the art of Black Storytelling—an art form that embodies the history, heritage, and culture of African Americans.
Affiliate Development Program (ADP)
During 1993-94, an initiative to establish NABS affiliate organizations was activated. It was called the Organizational Affiliates Initiative. The intention of this initiative was, and is, to increase the number of individuals involved in keeping the African Oral Tradition alive through a national and international network of storytelling organizations. In 1995, the Affiliate Development Program and a National Director’s position were created to focus on the development of these organizations.
Recap of the 36th Annual National Black Storytelling Festival, "In The Tradition..."
Enjoy highlights from our Free Public Concert at Cary Theater, featuring performances by Vanora Legaux, Willa Brigham, Jamal Koram, Linda Gorham, Queen Nur, and Mitch Capel.
Recap of the National Association of Black Storytellers' Adopt-A-Teller Program in Washington, DC
Potential hosts include schools, libraries, museums, arts councils, colleges & universities, cultural organizations, living residences, community groups, and more.
