Liberia's 165th Independence Day celebration Cleveland City Hall Rotunda July 27, 2012
The Liberian Association of Cleveland (LACE)hosted a celebration of Liberia's 165th Independence Day in the Rotunda of Cleveland City Hall. The theme of the event was 'Making an Impact.'
Along with information about LACE and Liberia, the formal presentation included speeches by dignitaries, recognition of Distinguished Clevelanders and performances.
Both the US and Liberian National Anthems were sung by the crowd.
Video of singing of the Liberian National Anthem
Rev. Napoleon Karr served as Master of Ceremonies.
Rev. Napoleon Karr
Mrs Janjay Bass gave a presentation of the History and Cultural Heritage of Liberia.
Mrs Janjay Bass
Mrs Joan Darkortey introduced Mayor Frank Jackson.
Mrs Joan Darkortey
Cleveland Mayor Frank Jackson
Liberian Association of Cleveland president Jackson Seo Sr. was introduced by his son, Jackson Seo Jr.
Jackson Seo Jr.
Jackson Seo Jr. and Sr.
Jackson Seo Sr.
President Seo introduced the recipients of the Distinguished Cleveland Awards.
Rufus Darkortey and Jackson Seo Sr.
Joan Yokie introduced the Guest Speaker Judge Marilyn B. Cassidy
Joan Yokie
Judge Marilyn B. Cassidy
Michael Patterson of Congressman Dennis Kucinich's office gave a proclamation to LACE.
Michael Patterson and Jackson Seo Sr.
Councilwoman Mamie Mitchell spoke on behalf of City Council.
Mamie Mitchell
Sayou, AKA the Liberian Michael Jackson, performed a dance routine.
Enjoy these other images from Liberia's 165th Independence Day celebration.
Roseline Hampton
Roseline gave a video interview about some Liberian cultural items.
