March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, August 28, 1963
Black History Month is an opportunity to learn about and celebrate our diverse history and culture. There are plenty of great ways for you and your family to participate and grow in your knowledge of black history all year long, so here are a few ideas to get you started!
Join a Read-in
Created by the National Council of Teachers of English, this literary celebration features public readings, poetry, book discussions, vendors and more. Listen to students, public figures, and community leaders read works by their favorite African American writers for free at the African American Museum in Dallas.
When: Sat, February 25, 2023 | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM CST
Where: African American Museum of Dallas | 3536 Grand Ave, Dallas, TX 75210
Visit a Museum in DFW
North Texas is rich with cultural centers and historic monuments you can visit all year long! In addition to the African American Museum in Dallas, you can also check out any of the centers below and look out for special exhibits that pop up throughout the year.
The Quakertown House within the historical park now holds Denton county’s African American museum. Quakertown was a “town within a town,” and the center of several African American communities located in the city of Denton.
Where: 317 W Mulberry St, Denton, TX 76201
National Multicultural Western Heritage Museum and Hall of Fame:
The National Multicultural Western Heritage Museum, formerly the National Cowboys of Color Museum and Hall of Fame, was founded to give recognition to the outstanding pioneers who played a role in settling the early American western frontier. It features “Forgotten Cowboys” Presentations and “Cultural Heritage Youth Workshops.”
Where: 2029 North Main Street, Fort Worth, Texas 76164
The plaza is a memorial dedicated to the struggles and lasting contributions of east Waxahachie citizens. It has beautiful statues and it is connected to Rogers Spring Branch Park.
Where: 401 Rogers St, Waxahachie, TX 75165
Brush up on your Black History
![Negro voting in Cardoza [i.e., Cardozo] High School in [Washington,] D.C. / [MST]." Original black and white negative by Marion S. Trikosko. Taken November 3rd, 1964,](https://ckfamilyservices.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/unseen-histories-_4us-wUwO30-unsplash-scaled.jpg)
Black Woman voting in Cardoza High School in Washington, D.C., November 3rd, 1964
Visit the Grayson County Black History Month Festival
The East Coast Step Show in Fayetteville courtesy of The Fayetteville Observer
The Grayson county Black history month festival spans across the entire month of February with nearly 10 different events. You can attend a Sankofa journey, Civil Rights Play, and even a Chocolate Indulgence event hosted by CASA.
Try a Cooking Seminar on Traditional African American Cuisine
Foodways Project Waco is offering a free seminar every Friday in February on Louisiana Creole food, culture, and family heritage. You will get to enjoy food tasting and learn tips for building recipes and researching family genealogy.
When: Every Saturday in February
Where: Waco-McLennan County Library locations
