Mercer County Community College will host a three-month exhibit on African diaspora artifacts at its James Kerney Campus in Trenton. The exhibit will run from February 1 through April 30, 2025, at Trenton Hall, with a free opening reception on February 1 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. The display includes musical instruments, sculptures, books, and historical documents tracking African American art and culture from slavery to present day. Pre-recorded videos of current students discussing their cultural background will play during exhibit hours, while students will demonstrate instruments and lead tours. “We intend to share, inform, and uplift the local community in a way that highlights the historical role of the African diaspora in our society,” said Lucia Brown-Joseph, Director of Student Accounts at MCCC and Exhibit creator. A flyer from Mercer County Community College advertises the upcoming exhibit, Artifacts of the African Diaspora.(Courtesy of MCCC) “We are excited to showcase this important part of history for MCCC students, faculty, staff, and the greater community,” said MCCC President Dr. Deborah E. Preston. “As educators we love to see our students share their knowledge, spread awareness, and engage with community members, which, in this situation, they have the opportunity to do through student-led demonstrations and tours.” The opening reception will include remarks from Mercer County Executive Dan Benson, Trenton Mayor Reed Gusciora, former Trenton Mayor Doug Palmer, and MCCC President Dr. Preston. The exhibit will open Saturdays from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm and weekdays by appointment.