24th Annual Bill Russell Lecture: The Banjo at the Crossroads of New Orleans and the Caribbean

New Orleans has an extensive history with the banjo, which in ways underscores the Crescent City's continued cultural exchange with the Caribbean. THNOC is hosting a discussion between professor Laurent Dubois and musician Don Vappie about the history of the instrument; melding lecture, live musical performance, and a look at some of THNOC's unique archival holdings. 6 pm. $20. Registration for the general public opens on March 6, and for THNOC members on February 27. my.hnoc.org.