Acclaimed jazz pianist Cyrus Chestnut joins poets Kyle Dargan and Lenard D. Moore for an intimate improvisation on words and music. Together they explore the magic that materializes when artists collaborate. Part reading, part concert, […]
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“Celebrations, Found Truths, Sheroes, Heroes, Events and Programs” which recognize and celebrate the contributions in art, literature, politics and education of the African American community throughout the year in the DC Metropolitan area.
Programs that are free and open to the public will be continually listed and distributed throughout the year, please continue to submit to DCBlackHistory.com, DCBlackHistory on Facebook and dcblkhistory@gmail.com.
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3feb7pm ~ Book Talk: An Abolitionist’s Handbook
As someone who’s been on the frontlines in the fight against racial injustice for over 20 years, Patrisse Cullors knows what it takes to organize. From joining the Bus Riders Union as a teen to […]
Exhibit: The Colors and Forms of History ~ 4-26feb
The Colors and Forms of History Featuring works by Doba Afolabi, Sheryll Cashin, Bernie Houston, and Chris Malone Opening Receptions: Friday, February 4, 6-8PM & Saturday, February 5, 2-6PM ZENITH SALON/UPPER NORTHWEST GALLERY:1429 Iris Street, […]
2feb@12PM: The Quilts of Bisa Butler
As a part of our online interview series for The Textile Museum Journal, contributing scholar Nancy Demerdash discusses the photorealist quilting practice of contemporary African American artist Bisa Butler. Dr. Demerdash explores the implications of […]
Exhibit: Suedi (Slow Wave Edit) – a videowork created by artist Santiago Mostyn
Santiago Mostyn’s installation Suedi (Slow Wave Edit) consists of two music videos created in response to Erik Lundin’s Suedi, a popular Swedish rap song that has become an anthem for Afro-Swedish youth. In one video, […]
DC Public Library february
Check each day for covid updates, film series are cancelled for all branches The DC Public Library branches have Black History virtual programs, in-person programs, exhibits, and grab and go activity kits everyday. Arts & […]
HOW THE WORD IS PASSED ~ 1FEB:8PM
When poet and Atlantic staff writer Clint Smith set out to explore how the history of American slavery is interpreted and memorialized, he did so with an open mind and a generous heart. The result […]
FREEDOM! THE STORY OF THE BLACK PANTHER PARTY 1feb: 7PM
IN THIS METICULOUSLY RESEARCHED, ACCESSIBLE, AND ENGAGING HISTORY OF THE BLACK PANTHER PARTY, YOUNG READERS GET A GLIMPSE OF THE MANY FACETS OF THE REVOLUTIONARY MOVEMENT’S IMPACT ON HISTORY. FREEDOM! THE STORY OF THE BLACK […]
BLACK HEALTH AND WELLNESS 1FEB: 6:30PM
ASALH’s incoming president will announce the second annual virtual Black History Month Festival program series. The 2022 Black History theme is “Black Health and Wellness.” The various programs will illuminate the theme through panel discussions […]
That Said with Michael Zeldin in conversation with Professor Eddie Glaude, Jr., author of Begin Again, James Baldwin’s America and Its Urgent Lessons for Our Own. Join Michael Zeldin in his conversation with Professor Eddie Glaude, Jr., the James […]
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