NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — February 1976 was named the first Black History Month. In this 48th year of remembrance, several events are scheduled around Louisiana until the end of the month.
During the month of recognition, events are held across the United States to commemorate the efforts made by leaders of the Civil Rights Movement or those who may have contributed to making a more equal country for Black Americans.
Orleans Parish
Saturday, Feb. 24
- The Amistad Research Center Presents Black History Month: Conversations In Color
- 6823 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans
- 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m.
- To register, visit the Amisatd Research Center website.
Wednesday, Feb. 28
- AI & The Future of History
- Amistad Research Center Tolton Hall 6823 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans
- 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
- To register, visit the Amisatd Research Center website.
Thursday, Feb. 22 – Mar. 9
- “The Color Museum” – The NOLA Project
- New Orleans African American Museum
- 1418 Governor Nicholls St., New Orleans
- To purchase tickets, visit The NOLA Project website.
Jefferson Parish
Sunday, Feb. 25
- Kenner Black History Festival
- Susan Park – 502 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Kenner
- 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Lafourche Parish
Wednesday, Feb. 21 – Feb. 29
- African American Themed Cuisine
- Nicholls State University – 906 East First St., Thibodaux
- 10:45 a.m. Galliano Dining Hall
- For more details, visit Nicholls State University’s website.
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