Every February, the country marks the history, struggles, achievements, and contributions of generations of Black Americans. From attending talent showcases to exhibits highlighting the achievements of African Americans, here are a few ways to honor Black History Month in Lexington. Bonus: all of these events are free.
Learn
Underground Railroad | Saturday, Feb. 17 + Monday, Feb. 19 | Times vary | Lexington Public Library, multiple branches | Learn more about the abolitionists that created the Underground Railroad thanks to recreations by the Cincinnati Museum Center.
Black History Month Color Me Project | Wednesday, Feb. 21 | 4-6 p.m. | Dunbar Community Center, 545 N. Upper St. | Express yourself with a family-friendly art activity.
“Knowledge of the Neighborhood” East End Matters | Wednesday, Feb. 21 | 6-7:30 p.m. | William Wells Brown Community Center, 548 E. Sixth St. | See a special performance from the center’s youth choir + Simmons College chorale, followed by a presentation honoring community members.
Participate
Black History Month Printmaking | Friday, Feb. 16 | 6-8:30 p.m. | Artworks at Carver School, 522 Patterson St. | This workshop will teach you how to make your own unique Black history-themed screen print.
Black History Celebration | Wednesday, Feb. 21 | 5:30-7 p.m. | Kenwick Community Center, 313 Owsley Ave. | Connect with your fellow community members through games, music, and art that showcases the progressive work of Black Americans.
Sister Circle Forum | Thursday, Feb. 22 | 9 a.m.-4 p.m. | Gatton Student Center, 160 Avenue of Champions | This one-day conference focuses on amplifying the stories of Black women, with the theme of “Embrace, Embody, Evolve.”
Honoring Black Excellence | Saturday, Feb. 24 | 6-8 p.m. | Lyric Theatre & Cultural Arts Center, 300 E. Third St. | Students at Fayette County Public Schools are invited to showcase their aspirations and talents, with an art exhibit displaying their work.
Kids
Discovery Saturday: Black History | Saturday, Feb. 17 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Living Arts & Sciences Center, 362 N. Martin Luther King Blvd. | Kids can learn more about Black history with a planetarium show + art activities with local artists Yolantha Harrison-Pace and Kim Dixon.
Navigating Teen Life Dialogue: Importance of Black History | Thursday, Feb. 22 | 6-8 p.m. | Castlewood Community Center, 210 Castlewood Dr. | Teens are invited to discuss whatever may be relevant to them, from pop culture to college + careers.
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