St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 1200 W Cornwallis Road, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting a free presentation, "What Is Critical Race Theory?" on Tuesday, February 28th, 2023, at 7 p.m. It's a hot topic in education and politics. But what is Critical Race Theory and how does it affect you? Join St. Paul's for a free presentation by Dr. Ronda Taylor Bullock founder of We Are, a Durham-based … [Read more...] about What Is Critical Race Theory? — presentation at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Durham
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Chapel Hill Black Film Festival — promo code for free tickets
The Chapel Hill Film Festival takes place on February 10th and 11th, 2023, at The Varsity Theatre, 123 E Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC. The Chapel Hill Black Film festival was created to explore our history, honor our legacy, and celebrate the excellence that will be our future. This 2023 festival has its eye on the future of North Carolina Film. It features films by new filmmakers … [Read more...] about Chapel Hill Black Film Festival — promo code for free tickets
Black History Month events with Orange County Library
Orange County Library has several Black History Month events planned for February, 2023. The events take place at these locations: Main Library in Hillsborough137 W Margaret LaneHillsborough, NC 27278 Cybrary in Carrboro100 N Greensboro StreetCarrboro, NC 27510 Black History Month Events These events are free. Please follow the links for more information and to register. Kids … [Read more...] about Black History Month events with Orange County Library
An Evening of Theater at Fuquay-Varina Arts Center (free event)
The Cultural Arts Society of Fuquay-Varina is presenting An Evening of Theater on March 11th, 2022, at 6 p.m., at Fuquay-Varina Arts Center, 123 E. Vance Street, Fuquay-Varina. Admission is free. This event will celebrate Black excellence through history, spoken word and song. Enjoy performances from DS Will, Dasan Ahanu, Kimberley Michelle and William Harris. … [Read more...] about An Evening of Theater at Fuquay-Varina Arts Center (free event)
NC AAHGS Black History Genealogy Virtual Conference (free online event)
NC AAHGS Black History Genealogy Virtual Conference is a free online event on Saturday, February 5th, 2022, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Register here. NC AAHGS is a part of the 44 year old National Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society, Inc. (AAHGS) Join us for the 19th NC Regional AAHGS Genealogy Conference designed to encourage individuals interested in their family story; and … [Read more...] about NC AAHGS Black History Genealogy Virtual Conference (free online event)
African American Genealogy Symposium – free virtual event (registration required)
Friends of the City of Raleigh Museum is presenting a virtual African American Genealogy Symposium on Saturday, February 12th, and Sunday, February 13th, 2022. It's free to attend, but pre-registration is required. On Saturday, the sessions will feature researchers and scholars presenting little known archival resources that help connect families through enslavement periods. Register here … [Read more...] about African American Genealogy Symposium – free virtual event (registration required)
Black History Month events for seniors with Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation: film, storytelling and drumming
Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation is presenting a three-part series for Black History Month, for seniors, age 55+. The free events will take place on Fridays, at 2 p.m., at the Seymour Senior Center, 2251 Homestead Road, Chapel Hill. Register for the events here. Celebrating Black History Month -- Freedom Riders DocumentaryFriday, February 4th, 20222 to 4 p.m. The group will watch a … [Read more...] about Black History Month events for seniors with Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation: film, storytelling and drumming
Black History Month Scavenger Hunt in Downtown Raleigh
Raleigh Parks is presenting a free Black History Scavenger Hunt. Read on for details, as well as a big list of Black History Month events in the Triangle. The scavenger hunt takes place February 20th and 21st. Hosted by Worthdale Community Center, this city-wide scavenger hunt highlights prominent locations in downtown Raleigh that honor African American leaders who have impacted our … [Read more...] about Black History Month Scavenger Hunt in Downtown Raleigh
Town of Selma’s Black History Month Shoebox Parade
Tune in to the Town of Selma Parks and Recreation Department's Facebook account or YouTube channel on Thursday, February 18th, 2021, at 7 p.m. to see its first ever Black History Month Shoebox Parade! And keep reading for a big list of Black History Month events throughout the Triangle. From the press release: The Town of Selma Parks and Recreation Department announced … [Read more...] about Town of Selma’s Black History Month Shoebox Parade
Preservation Durham’s People + Places Speaker Series — Aaron McDuffie Moore: Founder of Durham’s Black Wall Street
Preservation Durham and The Regulator Bookshop are presenting a book talk as part of their People + Place Speaker Series. The online discussion of the book Aaron McDuffie Moore: An African American Physician, Educator, and Founder of Durham's Black Wall Street, will take place Tuesday, February 16th, 2021, from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. You can watch on Zoom or Preservation Durham's Facebook … [Read more...] about Preservation Durham’s People + Places Speaker Series — Aaron McDuffie Moore: Founder of Durham’s Black Wall Street
