Olu Dara is a multi-talented entertainer who has been performing since he was 8 years old. Born (1941) in Natchez, Miss, Olu landed in New York in 1963 after a stint in the US Navy which took him all over the world.
"Stranded in Brooklyn" (as Olu sings in his tune, Neighborhoods), Olu turned to music to survive. During the 1970s and '80s, he gained a reputation as a trumpet/cornet player who could handle all aspects of jazz.

Come to Weeksville for this fun Spring celebration April 22-26th. Learn about the Brooklyn landscape through nature, art workshops, cooking, and juicing demonstrations for families. Explore Weeksville’s garden during the Spring Scavenger Hunt.

at Weekville Heritage Center

Learn about modern farming methods through a short film viewing

Learn how to make delicious lemonades and juices with Karenga Arifu, owner of Brooklyn's Jakada Juice

Craft your own unique paper with the guidance of Weeksville educators, using colorful materials and found objects from the Weeksville garden.

Wildlife Detectives in the Garden

Marvel at the wonders of wildlife in the springtime as you investigate animal evidence such as nests, molts, eggs, and tracks. Meet a scaly animal from the Museum’s collection and investigate a mystery specimen left behind by an animal. Take home an animal craft.

Reclaim the night in central Brooklyn by exploring the spring constellations at Weeksville, where the historic landscape provides unadulterated views of the night sky. Learn about the connection between geology and astronomy and their importance to Weeksville’s former inhabitants from a scientist.

Watch an excerpt from the “Secret Life of Plants,” (1976)

Make a Star Finder- a low tech tool for finding constellations.

Search the night sky for constellations and learn about astronomy from a professional scientist.

Using non- toxic and “green” methods create your own holiday masterpieces!

Search for spring treats in Weeksville’s Garden. Enjoy delicious and healthful refreshments throughout the day.