The MLK Library is excited to host author Lonnae O’Neal in conversation about her book Bibb Country: Unearthing My Family Secrets of Land, Legacy, and Lettuce, in recognition of Black History Month. 901 G St […]
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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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A Century of Black History Commemorations 3-28feb
Tuesdays – Saturdays, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Thomas Jefferson Building, Great Hall – 2nd Floor Library of Congress 10 1st St SE, Washington, DC 20003 (202) 707-500 This small display celebrates one hundred years […]
black history month @zenith gallery 23jan-28feb
CELEBRATING BLACK HISTORY MONTH January 23 – February 28, 2026 Wearable Art Show: Saturday, Feb 21, by Felicia Reed Closing Reception: Saturday, Feb 28, 2-6 pm 1429 Iris Street NW, Washington DC, 20012 Featuring Artists: […]
Woodridge Neighborhood Celebration
Saturday, May 17 at 10:30 am | FREE Come meet the DC History Center at Woodridge Neighborhood Library this Saturday to learn the history of the neighborhood, celebrate its culture, and connect with neighbors. You’ll […]
Elizabeth Catlett: A Black Revolutionary Artist
Committed to both craft and causes, this visionary artist-activist continues to inspire us today. National Gallery of Art March 9 – July 6, 2025 East Building, Concourse 4th St and Constitution Ave NWEnter or exit from 4th […]
Looking for volunteers for the 51st DC History Conference!
Our conference this year marks the 51st DC History Conference! It is taking place on April 3 – 6, 2025; with some sessions happening at the DC History Center’s home at the Carnegie Library (Thursday), […]
REGISTRATION IS OPEN!
FIRST ASALH VIRTUAL CONVENING | 3/24/25 7:30-9:00p ET American democracy is fragile. It is an unspoken agreement between us (the people) and them (our elected officials). It is not perfect, and it is not finished. According to Hary […]
2025-6 Totman Fellowship
The DC History Center is thrilled to present two Totman Fellowships for summer 2025 through spring 2026: one focused on research on LGBTQ+ DC and one focused on research relating to Black Washington (intersectional projects […]
Avoice: African Americans in Congress
The CBCF Avoice Virtual Library is a premier source of information about historical and contemporary African American policy issues important to researchers, academics, educators and students. Roll Call: Black Members of Congress Avoice Exhibits Avoice […]
DC history conference thursday-sunday, April 3-6
The DC History Conference is co-presented by the DC History Center, DC Public Library, and HumanitiesDC, and supported by organizational partners and a volunteer planning committee. REGISTER FOR THE CONFERENCE The DC History Conference is […]
