The Invisible Institute and South Side Weekly are hosting a series of three events with local partners in celebration of Dr. Margaret T. Burroughs’ 110th birthday!
Dr. Burroughs dedicated her life to the health and well-being of Black people through arts and culture. A prolific writer and gifted visual artist, she used her artistry as a tool to explore the Black experience and to encourage others to do the same.
She led with an unwavering commitment to building and sustaining community, not as an abstract idea but as a lived practice, much like her art. Those who knew her from her time teaching writing at Pontiac and Statesville prisons affectionately called her “Our Girl Tuesday,” in recognition of her weekly visits and steady presence.
We honor her legacy by creating space for reflection and the practice of community-building, because we believe, as she did, that these are the essential building blocks of thriving communities and individuals.
We’re currently seeking donations and sponsorships, including in-kind contributions, to make this event free and accessible to the community. Event details are listed below.
Sponsorship Level:
Pearl Level Sponsors: $7,000
-Name spoken at all three events in the series
-Name/Logo printed on the official event tote bag
-Name/Logo at all food and beverage stations
-Name/Logo at all artmaking stations
Ruby Level Sponsors (3): $3,000
-Name spoken at all three events in the series
-Name/Logo printed on the official event tote bag
-Name/Logo at all artmaking stations
Emerald Level Sponsors (8): $1,200
-Name/Logo at all food and beverage stations
-Name/Logo printed on the official event tote bag
We will also list the names of donors on the event page in the following groupings: Up to $250, $250 - $499, $500 - $1,200. If you would like to make an in-kind donation please email grants@invisibleinstitute.com
