A Little Bit More

So, its been a minute since we posted and what better way to catch up than share a little bit more about A. Quinn Performing Arts!

First, the name of the performing arts center is after my great-great grandfather A. Quinn Jones, who was the first African-American principal of the first African-American high school in Alachua County. A. Quinn is the father of my great-grandmother Vera Rogers, who also was an educator. So, in honor of my great-great grandfather, with the approval of his surviving son and daughter, I chose to name my performing arts center after him, in order to continue his legacy. For more info on A. Quinn Jones please visit http://aqjmuseum.org .

The dream of the A. Quinn Performing Arts center has been long in the making and now we are in the beginning processes of bringing the dream to life! As a dancer/performer my desire has always been to be able to pour into the next generation of dancers/performers, and the A. Quinn performing arts center will do just that. Our mission is to train, teach, and develop future leaders of their respective industry. As well, create a place that all children, regardless of economic background, can learn the arts, while providing a safe haven to the community. My hope is that the performing arts center will also serve as a place for children to study and receive tutoring to help in building discipline and a motivation to excel in every area of their life.

So journey with us, as we work to bring forth a lifelong dream. Next up, securing our nonprofit status and beginning the grant writing process. Stay tuned for updates and weekly articles on the arts and culture community.


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xoxo,

LaKesha Rogers


Dedication of the A. Quinn Jones home that was turned into an educational museum http://youtu.be/Eh0BAhX_6y8