The Town of Wake Forest is presenting several special events for Black History Month in 2025. Follow each link for more information, and to register, if required. Black History Month Walking ToursFridays in February, 20251 p.m.Taylor Street Park416 N. Taylor Street, Wake Forest, NCFree (registration is required) Empowered, Brilliant, and Brave: Great Women of Black HistorySaturday, … [Read more...] about Black History Expo in Wake Forest, more…
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The Ongoing Fight for Freedom: Stories of NC Black Veterans Feb. 15
NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources' The Ongoing Fight for Freedom: Stories of NC Black Veterans, is a 75-minute one-man performance that tells the stories of Black North Carolinians who fought for freedom and inclusive democracy on and off the traditional battlefield, throughout the last four centuries. The show will be performed at North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics, … [Read more...] about The Ongoing Fight for Freedom: Stories of NC Black Veterans Feb. 15
Black History Month Events in Orange County
Orange County Office of Equity & Inclusions has listed several events for Black History Month in February, 2025. This month-long series of events will honor the contributions of African Americans in labor, justice, and equity movements while fostering deep reflection, meaningful dialogue, and a commitment to building a more just and inclusive community. The programs include film screenings, … [Read more...] about Black History Month Events in Orange County
Astronomy Days at North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences Feb 1 and 2
North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences' Astronomy Days will take place February 1 and 2, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. The theme of Astronomy Days this years is Europa Clipper and other solar system missions. Join a celestial adventure that explores the wonders of the universe through technology, telescopes, engaging talks by scientists and plenty of hands-on activities. The … [Read more...] about Astronomy Days at North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences Feb 1 and 2
Free Children’s Singing Workshop with North Carolina Boys Choir and North Carolina Girls Choir
North Carolina Boys Choir and Girls Choir is offering a FREE choral singing camp/workshop on Saturday, February 1, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., at the Fellowship Hall of Binkley Baptist Church, 1712 Willow Drive, Chapel Hill, NC Registration is required. Attendance is limited. To register, in the "Join Us” section, use the audition request button. Fill in only the required info and in the … [Read more...] about Free Children’s Singing Workshop with North Carolina Boys Choir and North Carolina Girls Choir
Town of Cary’s Black History Month Events: food, music, film, art, more…
The Town of Cary is presenting several Black History Month programs in February of 2025. Some of the events are free and some are ticketed. Follow the above link to see all the events. We're listing just a few of the events below. Please make sure to follow each link to register. A Taste of Black History: A Senior CelebrationFriday, February 7, 202511:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.Cary Senior … [Read more...] about Town of Cary’s Black History Month Events: food, music, film, art, more…
Free Black History Month events at John P. “Top” Greene Community Center: Museum Mornings, Sewing Vintage Course, more…
Raleigh Parks is presenting a number of free Black History Month events at at John P "Top" Greene Community Center, 401 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina. Museum Mornings Every Friday in February, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., start your day with free coffee and engaging cultural discussions, shining a spotlight on the stories behind the museum's Black history … [Read more...] about Free Black History Month events at John P. “Top” Greene Community Center: Museum Mornings, Sewing Vintage Course, more…
Free skywatching with Morehead Planetarium at Little River Regional Park Dec. 6
Morehead Planetarium + Science Center frequently facilitates skywatching sessions, during which guests can look through telescopes at the night sky and learn about what they're seeing. Sometimes Morehead Planetarium is joined by other groups, who also help with the event. In general these are free events. Upcoming Skywatching Events Skywatching at Little River Regional ParkFriday, December … [Read more...] about Free skywatching with Morehead Planetarium at Little River Regional Park Dec. 6
“The Doctor is in” History Tours at Pope House Museum
The Pope House Museum, at 511 South Wilmington Street, Raleigh, is the only African-American house museum in the State of North Carolina. It offers a glimpse into the life of one of Raleigh’s most intriguing citizens, Dr. Manassa Thomas Pope, who was the only African-American man to run for mayor of a Southern capital in the midst of the Jim Crow Era. The house, built in 1901, … [Read more...] about “The Doctor is in” History Tours at Pope House Museum
Owl-a-Ween Festival at American Wildlife Refuge in Clayton (free family event)
American Wildlife Refuge is hosting Owl-a-Ween on Sunday, October 27, 2024, from 1 to 5 p.m. It will take place at their location at 1000 McLemore Road, Clayton, NC. Admission is free. The festival will take place in Hooville, a children's play area. Enjoy a raffle, prizes for costumes, hay rides and candy. … [Read more...] about Owl-a-Ween Festival at American Wildlife Refuge in Clayton (free family event)
