LIST: Black History Month events in Louisiana
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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