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The Divine 9 and Black Greek Life in Aurora

History and impact of Black sororities and fraternities

2026-08-27 17:30:00 2026-08-27 19:30:00 America/Denver The Divine 9 and Black Greek Life in Aurora Created during the Jim Crow era, the Divine 9 are traditionally Black sororities and fraternities. Explore how these organizations have shaped the country and discover their impact locally. Aurora History Museum - Museum Community Gallery

Thursday, August 27
5:30pm - 7:30pm

Aurora History Museum

Museum Community Gallery

Created during the Jim Crow era, the Divine 9 are traditionally Black sororities and fraternities. Explore how these organizations have shaped the country and discover their impact locally.

This Greek life community event highlights the history, impact, and continued contributions of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Mu Omega Omega Chapter and Black Greek life in Aurora and Colorado through a panel discussion, storytelling, dialogue, and cultural exhibits. The program fosters education, connection, and engagement across generations while celebrating legacy, leadership, sisterhood and community empowerment. This program is free to attend thanks to a donation by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. 

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | History & Culture | Education | Community Events |

Aurora History Museum

Phone: 303.739.6660
Branch manager
T. Scott Williams

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Today's hours

We're open 9:00AM to 4:00PM

Mon, Jul 20 Closed
Tue, Jul 21 9:00AM to 4:00PM
Wed, Jul 22 9:00AM to 4:00PM
Thu, Jul 23 9:00AM to 4:00PM
Fri, Jul 24 Closed
Sat, Jul 25 11:00AM to 4:00PM
Sun, Jul 26 Closed

Upcoming Events

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Sat, Aug 01, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
See the exhibit, hear speakers and join us in Proclaiming Colorado's Black History.

Sat, Aug 08, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Visit DeLaney Farm to see the Gully house, the oldest standing home in Aurora, and the famous DeLaney Round Barn. 

Sun, Aug 09, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Visit Centennial House (1671 Galena St.), built in 1890.

Thu, Aug 27, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Museum Community Gallery
Created during the Jim Crow era, the Divine 9 are traditionally Black sororities and fraternities. Explore how these organizations have shaped the country and discover their impact locally.

Sat, Sep 05, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Visit DeLaney Farm to see the Gully house, the oldest standing home in Aurora, and the famous DeLaney Round Barn. 

Sun, Sep 06, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Visit Centennial House (1671 Galena St.), built in 1890.

Sun, Sep 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
1671 Galena St.
Learn about the homes in the Original Aurora neighborhood.