There is a special kind of magic that happens when history leaps off the pages of a newspaper and into the hearts of the next generation. This week, we are beaming with pride as we celebrate our very own Director, Chandra Cooper , for a heartwarming recognition she received from the students on the HR campus . The students were moved to action after a recent feature in the Milwaukee newspaper detailing the incredible life and enduring legacy of the legendary bluesman, Muddy

IPAMA has been a supporter of the color of music, which is one of the world's most spectacular classical music venues. The 2026 command performance was held at the Wisconsin Conservatory of Music, and the IPAMA was represented by not only its board chair, by students that they arranged to attend the event. the spectacular classical music event, including Ayondo Garbo Davenport. They made it a special evening for IPAMA as the lead artist provided a permanent autograph program

A truly historic celebration unfolded right here at IPAMA! We were absolutely honored to be selected by WISN-TV Channel 12 as their on-site location for a multi-faceted tribute to the Centennial of Negro History Week . The special broadcast, which can be viewed in its entirety below, transformed IPAMA into a vibrant stage for storytelling, reflection, and community. Channel 12 used our unique space to not only mark this milestone anniversary but also to bring to life the inc

BISHOP DANIELS MUSIC & ARTS SERIES Milwaukee was invited to experience something extraordinary as the International Preservation of African American Music and Arts (IPAMA) proudly announced the return of the Bishop Daniels Music and Arts Series — a powerful cultural journey through knowledge, rhythm, movement, and creative expression. In proud partnership with two of Milwaukee’s most iconic artistic institutions, KO-Thi Dance Company and Capita Productions presented the serie