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Black history and culture are a vital part of Philadelphia’s past, present and future.
And while the city recognizes and reflects on the role that Black people played — and continue to play — in the history of our nation all year long, Black History Month inspires even more celebration across the region.
During Black History Month in Philadelphia, residents and visitors reflect on the 150th anniversary of the 15th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which said that the right to vote could not be denied based on race; discuss the effects of gentrification in Philadelphia and enjoy a variety of concerts, exhibitions, workshops and more.
Visitors can also check out and support Philly’s stellar array of Black-owned and -operated businesses, including top restaurants and coffee spots, fantastic boutiques, independent bookstores and more.
Click here to read the entire guide on how to celebrate Black History Month in Philadelphia for 2020.
Black History Month at the Free Library of Philadelphia
https://libwww.freelibrary.org/calendar/?q=&type=black-history-month&series=&location_code=&age=&date_range=
(Different branches have different events)
Black History Month Storytime
Tue, February 18, 2020 10:30 a.m.
Walnut Street West
201 South 40th Street (40th & Walnut Streets)
Philadelphia, PA 19104
215-685-7671
Young children and families are invited to join us for stories, songs, and activities that celebrate Black History Month!
Tuesday, February 18, 2020
Show off all you’ve been learning about black history. Work in teams or as a family to answer trivia questions and win prizes. Refreshments will be served.4:00 p.m. Black History Month Kidz Quizzo | Kingsessing Library
1201 South 51st Street
Philadelphia, PA 19143-4353
(5lst St. between Kingsessing and Chester Avenues)
& more!
African American History Month at the National Constitution Center
February marks the 150th anniversary of the 15th Amendment, which said that the right to vote could not be denied based on race. The National Constitution Center celebrates the anniversary with an entire month of programming, including “The Road to Freedom,” an interactive program that examines slavery, key events and important historical figures from the time of the Constitutional Convention to the Civil War. Guests can also explore Civil War and Reconstruction, the first exhibit in the country to explore the amendments to the U.S. Constitution that ended slavery and promised equality to all Americans in the years after the Civil War.
Where: National Constitution Center, 525 Arch Street
Special February 2020 Events
The Black Generational Wealth Series
February 4-25, 2020 (select dates)
Where: Various locations including Quorum at University City Science Center, 3675 Market Street
https://www.phila.gov/departments/mayors-office-of-black-male-engagement/
The Mayor’s Office of Black Male Engagement hosts four financial empowerment events throughout the month aimed at providing the city’s Black men with resources to build and maintain generational wealth. All Philadelphia residents are invited to attend and each event is free with registration.
Black History Month Performances at Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts
February 16 & 20, 2020
The Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts celebrates Black History Month with two incredible performances for 2020. In Intuition: Songs From The Minds Of Women, Alicia Olatuja — who performed at the 2013 presidential inauguration — makes her Philadelphia debut with songs from her new album (February 16, 2020). Four days later, artist Angélique Kidjo, who was dubbed “Africa’s premier diva” by Time Magazine, wows the crowd (February 20, 2020).
Where: Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, 3680 Walnut Street
Celebrating Black History Month: Frederick Douglass at The Library Company of Philadelphia
Wednesday, February 19, 2020 | 2:30-3:30 p.m.
During this special program, The Library Company of Philadelphia showcases original documents related to Frederick Douglass’ abolition efforts. The collection includes broadsides and manuscripts as well as photos of the man who became known as the most photographed man of the 19th century.
Where: Library Company of Philadelphia, 1314 Locust Street
Voices of Hope: A Black History Month Celebration at the Please Touch Museum
https://manncenter.org/voicesofhope
Thursday, February 20, 2020 | 6 p.m.
The free Voices of Hope Black History Month Celebration features performances by PHILADANCO, Philadelphia Heritage Chorale, Monique Brooks Roberts, Sister Cities Girlchoir and CAPA String Quartet. Registration is required for tickets to the event, which takes place at the Please Touch Museum.
Where: Please Touch Museum, 4231 Avenue of the Republic
Awakened in You: The Collection of Dr. Constance E. Clayton at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts
https://www.pafa.org/museum/exhibitions/awakened-in-you
February 21 – July 12, 2020
At this new exhibit, the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts displays more than 75 works by African American artists from the collection of educator and arts advocate Dr. Constance E. Clayton. The collection features mostly paintings and works on paper, and also include sculptures by Richmond Barthé and Augusta Savage.
Where: Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, 118-128 N. Broad Street
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