Black History month events in Dallas

Black History month events in Dallas

The City of Dallas Celebrates Black History Month

Throughout the month of February, the City of Dallas is offering a variety of events for families to celebrate, commemorate and learn about the contributions of African Americans for Black History Month. All events are free and open to the public.

Events:

Dallas Public Library

Meals & Memories: A Community Tasting for Black History Month

J Erik Jonsson Central Library, 1515 Young St., Dallas, TX 75201
Feb. 17, 2024; 4 to 6 p.m.
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Black Excellence Unleashed

J Erik Jonsson Central Library, 1515 Young St., Dallas, TX 75201
Feb. 17, 2024; noon to 3 p.m.
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Dallas Public Library has many activities that can be viewed on their website here: Events

Office of Arts and Culture

Juanita J. Craft Day Celebration

The City of Dallas in partnership with the Friends of Juanita Craft Civil Rights House and Museum will host a special event to honor the legacy and birthday of Juanita J. Craft, a renowned activist and civil rights pioneer. For more information click here

Rob Holbert Jazz and Blues Music Performance

North Oak Cliff Branch Library, 302 West Tenth St., Dallas, TX, 75208
Feb. 1, 2024; 5:45 to 6:45 p.m.

In celebration of Black History Month, the Dallas Public Library is partnering with the Office of Arts and Culture’s Community Artist Program to host Mr. Rob Holbert to perform a mixture of Jazz and Blues music and educate us on the historical significance that this type of music has had on the world.

Book Club – “Black Cake” by Charmaine Wilkerson

South Dallas Cultural Center, 3400 South Fitzhugh Ave., Dallas, TX, 75208
Feb. 3, 2024; 3 to 5 p.m.

The SDCC Book Club, which is in partnership with the Dallas Public Library and Oak Cliff Cultural Center! As a part of the Zora Neale Hurston Festival held at the Oak Cliff Cultural Center on Jan. 13, 2024, the club is dedicated to exploring literature and sharing our thoughts. This month, they have selected the book “Black Cake” by Charmaine Wilkerson. We encourage open and respectful discussions that welcome diverse perspectives and thoughtful conversation. Join SDCC to discover new worlds through the magic of literature!

Love in Black: A Film Series

  • Feb. 6, 2024, Best Man; 7 p.m., Texas Theatre, 231 Jefferson Blvd., Dallas, TX 75208
  • Feb. 13, 2024, Moonlight; 7 p.m., 231 Jefferson Blvd., Dallas, TX, 75208
  • Feb. 20, 2024, Something New; 7 p.m., 231 Jefferson Blvd., Dallas, TX 75208
  • Feb. 27, 2024, Poetic Justice, 7 p.m., South Dallas Cultural Center, 3400 Fitzhugh Ave., Dallas, TX 75210

The South Dallas Cultural Center is happy to present the third annual Love In Black program, a film series representing Black love. Through the month of February, they are inviting the community to join them as they showcase four well-established movies focused on what it means to find, develop, and grow in love. Grab your friend, boo, or come solo and enjoy this four-week program full of film, Blackness, and love.

Dallas Park and Recreation

WellMed is celebrating Black History Month
Feb. 16, 4 to 6 p.m.

Charitable Foundation Senior Activity Center, 3107 W. Camp Wisdom Road Dallas, 75237

 Office of Community Care

“Taste of Soul” Soul Food Cook-Off
MLK Jr. Recreation Center, 2901 Pennsylvania Ave Dallas, TX 75215

Come and celebrate the diversity of soul food cuisine at the “Taste of Soul,” featuring some of DFW’s best chefs and creations!

The Taste of Soul will also feature free samples, live entertainment, & raffles and prizes for all to enjoy.

Special guests include Don Diego Jazz, Gabrielle Hill, and the 410 Line Dancers.
for more Special guests include Don Diego Jazz, Gabrielle Hill, and the 410 Line Dancers.
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Schedule a Tour of the Dallas Civil Rights Museum
MLK Jr. Recreation Center. 2901 Pennsylvania Ave Dallas, TX 75215

Discover and reconnect with the power of the Civil Rights Movement in America during the life and times of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

The Dallas Civil Rights Museum has a national focus of civil rights milestones from a national perspective. The museum houses a collection of original speeches, books, spoken word, art, and artifacts reflecting the Civil Rights movement to inspire dream keepers and change agents.

To schedule a tour, or for more information, contact 214-670-8418.

 

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