Leisure World association for African American culture 17 February @2PM by C. R. Gibbs
DC Black History happens EveryDay…
“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.
Frederick Douglass National Historic Site Tour 17 Feb: 2PM
This February, join the DC Preservation League on a tour of the Frederick Douglass House, a National Historic Site located in Southeast DC. The tour will be led by the National Park Service. Attendees will […]
Black History in Lafayette Park 17 February 2PM
From Slave Quarters to Black Lives Matter Plaza $$ When Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser had a two-block long section of 16th Street, NW christened Black Lives Matter Plaza, she guaranteed that it would forever […]
Street Art in Urban Communities – Boston, DC, St. Louis, and Cincinnati
Four artists representing New York, Boston, DC, St. Louis, and Cincinnati are featured in this virtual program. New York Media Personality Xero Gravity; Anime Artist Jourdan Hamilton; BlerdCon CEO Hilton George; and Actor J. Lee […]
asalh 2024 Pre-Luncheon Events february 24
IN-PERSON AUTHOR’S BOOK SIGNING Visit the Authors’ Book Signing tables and meet authors featured on our members’ bookshelf! UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE Come visit our table and buy the new 2024 Black Heritage Stamp, featuring […]
“Walk with Dr. Woodson, An Annual DC Tradition!”
Saturday, February 17, 11:00 am Walk literally in the footsteps of the creator of Black History Month, Dr. Carter G. Woodson, from the Mary McLeod Bethune Council House NHS through the Logan Circle and Shaw […]
Pulse of the Capital: A Free Go-Go Anniversary Concert
Presented by DC Public Library and OCTFME celebrating the 4th Anniversary of the Go-Go Music Designation Act at The Howard Theatre, the home of Go-Go since the 1970s. Mon Feb 19 2024 | 3:30 PM […]
dc’s “Showmobiles” and the “Summer in the Parks” Programs
Online Only: Registration Required | Fri, Feb 16 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM A lunch and learn virtual conversation with Dr. Felicianne Garland-Jackson discussing the role of the DC Department of Parks and Recreation […]
The History, Art, and Culture of the Gullah Geechee People
Thursday, february 15th | 6:00 PM The Gullah Geechee Corridor shares insight on the culture of the Gullah Geechee people. Who are the Gullah Geechee people? Learn about the cultural keepers of an authentic culture […]
Iconic Looks: Muse: Cicely Tyson and Me: A Relationship Forged in Fashion
In his glorious four-color visual memoir entitled Muse: Cicely Tyson and Me: A Relationship Forged in Fashion, renowned designer B Michael recalls the bond of friendship that emerged between him and Ms. Tyson. Through vivid […]
DC Black History happens EveryDay... 