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Top Greene’s “Adornment of Grace” Hat Show Contest
- Dates: May 17, 2026
- Venue: John P. "Top" Greene African American Cultural Center
- Location: Downtown Raleigh
- Address: 401 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Raleigh, NC 27601
- Times: Sun., 3-6pm
- Admission: $15
About
A Hat Show Contest at Top Greene celebrates Black culture and the tradition of hat-wearing through style, creativity, and self-expression. Guests are invited to showcase their best hats and take part in a contest where all attendees are entered for a chance to win a free 3-hour rental at Top Greene.
The event features special guest Dr. Donna Corbett, The Mary Corbett Hat Collection of vintage hats, and work by ceramic artist and sculptor Erica Kendrick. Blending fashion, art, and heritage, the celebration highlights generational style and cultural expression through bold and elegant design.