Learn about the history of the 1965 Voting Rights Act and the systematic dismantling of this legislation since 2013. Professor ER Shipp will detail the need for attendees to move from apathy and indifference to […]
Day: February 19, 2026
A century of black history commemorations 21feb@11am-2pm
Join D.C. Black History Celebration Committee and Westminster Presbyterian Church for the annual Black History program.
2026 Black Composers Concert® 21feb@3pm
James Weldon Johnson Community School of the Arts Enjoy a delightful afternoon of classical, jazz, Gospel, and sacred music, featuring the music of composers of African descent. Enjoy a delightful afternoon of classical, jazz, Gospel, […]
Barry Farm: A Conversation Across Generations 21feb@1-3pm
Join EmpowerDC and the DC History Center for a screening of a sequel to the 2023 Barry Farm documentary which brings the story of Black-led struggle for land and housing into the present. Barry Farm: […]
Historic Change: Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Althea Gibson 21feb@11am-1pm
The National Museum of African American History & Culture is open daily to the public. Free timed-entry passes are required for entry. 1400 Constitution Ave NWWashington DC 20560 Althea Gibson shattered barriers as the first […]
DC Black History happens EveryDay... 