St. Paul artist Mercedes Yarbrough reimagines Black History Month

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St. Paul artist Mercedes Yarbrough reimagines Black History Month

In the Twin Cities art scene this weekend, a series of events blur the lines between history, politics, comedy and art. St. Paul nonprofit 825 Arts sheds new light on Black contributions that have shaped everyday life, from the traffic light to the electric microphone, challenging the traditional narratives of oppression that dominate Black History Month. Good Camel Comedy Theater’s improv comedians face off in a battle for laughs at Lush Lounge…