Featured coverage of the National Opera House restoration.
"This building is more than bricks and mortar. It's a testament to the determination of Black artists who refused to let segregation silence their voices."
"The restoration of 7101 Apple Street represents one of the most significant cultural preservation projects in Pittsburgh's history, honoring the legacy of Mary Cardwell Dawson and the groundbreaking National Negro Opera Company."
Dawson was honored alongside a class of North Carolina music legends at a ceremony in Mooresville, recognizing her role founding the National Negro Opera Company and mentoring generations of Black singers and musicians.
The City of Pittsburgh celebrated Mary Cardwell Dawson, the National Negro Opera Company, and the National Opera House's restoration efforts with a Black History Month exhibit at the City-County Building.
Channel 11 News covered the city's celebration of the first Black opera company, highlighting how it broke racial barriers and opened doors for African American performers.
Mayor Ed Gainey proclaimed National Negro Opera Company and National Opera House Day, recognizing the nonprofit's decades-long effort to preserve the historic Homewood landmark.
Executive Director Jonnet Solomon discussed the building's stabilization progress and the urgent need to replace the roof before further restoration can move forward.
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