Saint Paul City is kicking off the month-long commemoration of the annual recognition of Black History Month with a unique event that honors both the past and present contributions of African American creators. The city’s initiative, “An Elder’s View,” gathers a panel composed of accomplished African American artists and elders who have left their indelible mark on the cultural landscape. It’s a gathering for those eager to hear the stories and insights from voices that have experienced the ebbs and flows of America’s racial history firsthand.