One Year Later: Our Community, Still Standing, Still Rising

On the first anniversary of the tornado of May 16, 2025, this program creates space to remember, document, and move forward—centering youth voices, community resilience, and collective healing. Through storytelling, performance, resource connection, and creative activation, the day will bridge reflection and action, ensuring that lived experiences are preserved while supporting pathways toward recovery and renewal.

The formal program takes place at the Missouri History Museum from 10:30–11:45am. Arrive early to check out resource tables and share stories in the digital reflection booth. Once the program concludes at the Museum, guests are invited to continue the day of commemoration at Delmar DivINe in the afternoon.

9:30–10:30am | Lower Level

10:30–10:50am | Welcome and Grounding | Lee Auditorium

10:50–11:05am | Remember, Relaunch, Rebuild, Recover with Resilience | Lee Auditorium

11:05–11:30am | Youth Rising Showcase | Lee Auditorium

11:30–11:40am | Closing Remarks & Community Call to Action

11:40am–12:00pm | Exit & Transition to Delmar DivINe

This program is presented by the African American History Initiative at the Missouri Historical Society, the St. Louis chapter of the NAACP, Delmar Main Street, the American Red Cross, the Spirit of St. Louis Task Force, and MADE Makerspace.

ASL interpretation is available for programs with two weeks' advance notice. Please email [email protected] to request ASL interpretation or with other accessibility questions.