Black Renaissance | Author Book Signing

In conjunction with Black Renaissance and Black History Month, the San Bernardino County Museum invites you to a special afternoon with featured authors whose work reflects vision, resilience, and the power of storytelling.

This book signing offers guests the opportunity to meet the writers, learn about their journeys, and engage with stories that inspire growth, reflection, and possibility. Sometimes all it takes is seeing someone else step forward to realize you can, too.

Featured Authors

Ipyani Lockert – Poet, author, and community leader whose motivational works, including I Am Living Dreams and Losing Wait, encourage personal growth and intentional living.

Porscha N. Dillard – Grief advocate and founder of Off The Chain Alliance, whose work centers on healing, compassion, and support for individuals navigating loss.

Nikki Nichole Granger – Author of Seven 7 Keys: It’s a Movement!, entrepreneur, and philanthropist focused on intentional living and expanding access to opportunity through business and nonprofit leadership.

Jayne Kennedy – Award-winning author, producer, and pioneering sportscaster. Her memoir Plain Jayne reflects on a life shaped by cultural change, professional firsts, and personal resilience.

Gerry Johns (Ashiirafu Kamari) – Writer, educator, and advocate whose book Make Life Decisions, Stay Alert promotes critical thinking, accountability, and informed decision-making.

Terrance Stone – Writer and creative thinker exploring identity, purpose, and human connection through reflective storytelling.

Sheilah Y. Kimble – Author, playwright, and scholar-advocate whose work spans more than 20 published titles, including Paralyzed in Pain, exploring storytelling as a vehicle for healing and cultural reflection.

Plan Your Visit

This event is located in the Fisk Gallery and open to the public.
General admission applies; Museum members attend free.

Museum Hours: Tuesday–Sunday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
The Museum’s galleries are fully accessible.

We invite you to spend the afternoon in the galleries, connect with the authors, and experience Black Renaissance while celebrating the enduring impact of Black voices in literature, leadership, and creative expression.

Admission:
• $10 adults
• $8 military or seniors
• $7 students
• $5 children ages 6–12
• Free for children five and under
• Museum members are free

Parking is free, and the museum is accessible to persons with disabilities.