In honor of Frederick Douglass Day, the Marian Cheek Jackson Center for Saving and Making History and Chapel Hill Public Library are hosting a transcribe-a-thon at Chapel Hill Public Library, 100 Library Drive, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Drop in at Room B of the library any time on Friday, February 14, 2025, from 12 to 3 p.m. Participants will be transcribing documents from the African … [Read more...] about Frederick Douglass Day Transcribe-a-thon in Chapel Hill
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Valentine’s Weekend Concerts in Cary for Black History Month
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Celebrate Valentine's Day with two special concerts at Cary Arts Center. Both of these concerts are part of the Town of Cary's Black History and African American Appreciation Month events. A Night of Neo Soul Jazz with Al Strong and Chip ShearinFriday, February 14, 20247:30 p.m.Cary Arts Center101 Dry Avenue, Cary, NC$27 Enjoy an unforgettable Valentine’s Evening filled with smooth vibes and … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Weekend Concerts in Cary for Black History Month
Black History Month Walking Tours in Wake Forest in February
The Town of Wake Forest and the Wake Forest Historical Museum are partnering to offer free Black History Month Walking Tours of the Northeast Community every Friday in February of 2025, at 1 p.m. UPDATE: The February 21 tour has been canceled due to the weather. Pre-registration is required and each tour is limited to the first 15 people to sign up. Led by staff from Historic Preservation … [Read more...] about Black History Month Walking Tours in Wake Forest in February
“We’ve Always Been Out There” — Free Civil Rights Walking Tour at NC State Capitol in February
The North Carolina State Capitol is hosting a free weekly walking tour, We've Always Been Out There. It will focus on the history of protest and civil rights in Raleigh. The tour takes place every Friday in February, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. The tour will cover most of the 20th century and include discussion of the Temperance Movement, the Women’s Suffrage Movement, the Civil Rights … [Read more...] about “We’ve Always Been Out There” — Free Civil Rights Walking Tour at NC State Capitol in February
Black History Month events at Chavis Park: pop-up museum, market, family activities, more…
John Chavis Memorial Park, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Raleigh, is celebrating Black History Month in February, 2025, with a series of events that honor the achievements, history and heritage of African American leaders and innovators. There are events for both adults and children, and all of these events are free! Check for updates here. Honoring the Local Legend, Joseph … [Read more...] about Black History Month events at Chavis Park: pop-up museum, market, family activities, more…
Black History Month events in Apex: Spades Tournament and Hip Hop Workshop
The Town of Apex is celebrating Black History Month with two free events for the public. More details on the Town of Apex's Black History Month webpage. Apex! Spades Tournament The Town of Apex is presenting Apex! Spades Tournament on Saturday, February 15, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Apex Senior Center, 63 Hunter Street, Apex, North Carolina. It's free to compete, but … [Read more...] about Black History Month events in Apex: Spades Tournament and Hip Hop Workshop
Black History Month Events at Durham County Library
Throughout the month of February, 2025, Durham County Library is presenting many events for all ages to celebrate and learn about Black History. Find all of Durham County Library's Black History Month events here, or read on for a few of the highlights. Make sure to follow the links to register, when required. All the events are free. Teens & Tweens: Celebrate Black History Month in … [Read more...] about Black History Month Events at Durham County Library
Black History Trolley Tour Feb 8
Black History Trolley Tour Celebrate Raleigh's Black history on special trolley tours highlighting the downtown area's African American heritage. The tours take place Saturday, February 8, 2025, at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Tickets are $15. The tours begin at Mordecai Historic Park, 1 Mimosa Street, Raleigh, NC, and travel to Oberlin, where passengers will disembark for a tour of the Historic … [Read more...] about Black History Trolley Tour Feb 8
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
Concerts and Lectures in Carrboro for Black History Month
The Town of Carrboro has some events planned for Black History Month in the month of February, 2024. All are either free or very low-priced and there are events for all ages. These events take place the Carrboro Century Center, 100 N. Greensboro Street, Carrboro, unless otherwise specified. You can see all of Carrboro's Black History Month events here. Make sure to follow that link for all … [Read more...] about Concerts and Lectures in Carrboro for Black History Month
