Why Some Milwaukeeans Say One Day of Black Arts Is Not Enough

Milwaukee residents are calling for more sustained spaces to celebrate Black culture and history following the end of the African World Festival.
With African World Festival gone, residents argue the city still lacks sustained spaces to celebrate Black culture and history.
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