This Black History Month (and beyond,) you might want to check out some of these Black-owned restaurants across Orange County. CHAPEL HILL BLACK-OWNED RESTAURANTS Blend of Soul Juice 919-338-6281 blendofsoul.com Cosmic Cantina 128 E Franklin St, Chapel Hill cosmiccantina.com Dame’s Chicken & Waffles 147 E. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-240-4228 dameschickenwaffles.com Mama Dip’s Kitchen 408 […]
The Town of Wake Forest will offer free Black History Month Walking Tours of the Northeast Community every Thursday in February at 1 p.m. Pre-registration is required and each tour is limited to the first 15 people to sign up. SIGN UP NOW Walking Tour Overview Led by staff from Historic Preservation Planning and the […]
Wake County Public Libraries will recognize Black History Month with a series of more than 100 free programs at locations across the county in February. “Celebrate Black Brilliance” features author talks, oral histories, art lessons, movies, family storytimes, musical performances and much more. “This is an excellent opportunity for residents to learn more about the depth […]
In honor of Black History Month, the Booker T. Theater will host “Risen Voices,” an evening of spoken word and slam poetry at 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 17. Admission is free. The event will include members of the Rocky Mount community sharing the stage and their talent with the audience. It is a family-friendly occasion […]
This February, check out the programs, exhibits, and historic landmarks the city has to offer that honor the contributions and history of African Americans in Raleigh, most of which are free and a few are even available year-round. Black History Month Events and Exhibits Weekday Tours of Pope House Museum Tuesday – Friday in Feb., […]
Long before Hip-Hop & R&B there was “the blues”. Black folks invented this genre of music and it has been passed down from the slave fields to concert venues. Originating in the deep south after the Civil War, it blends gospel, spiritual, jazz, minstrel show music, and popular music. The Mississippi Delta is often acknowledged […]
The Wake Forest Human Relations Council (HRC) is celebrating Black History Month by offering town residents the chance to recognize local African Americans who have made a difference enhancing and improving the quality of life in their community, family, church, business, organizations or other groups. From now through Friday, January 27, 2023, the HRC will […]
Celebrate Raleigh’s Black History on this special trolley tour highlighting the downtown area’s African American heritage. The tour route includes historic homes, schools, churches, and businesses important to Raleigh’s African American history. Tickets are $10 each. Please arrive at the Mordecai Visitor Center 15 minutes before tour time. Tours will follow all local and state […]
Several local churches and community organizations will honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. during a free, public celebration on Thursday, Jan. 20, at 6:30 p.m. at Friendship Chapel Baptist Church, 237 Friendship Chapel Road. The evening’s theme will spotlight one of Dr. King’s messages: “I have decided to stick to […]
The Wake Forest Human Relations Council (HRC) is celebrating Black History Month by offering town residents the chance to recognize local African Americans who have made a difference enhancing and improving the quality of life in their community, family, church, business, organizations or other groups. READ MORE HERE From now through Saturday, January 15, 2022, […]
Join Raleigh Parks for a scavenger hunt for all ages in honor of Black History Month! Hosted by Worthdale Community Center, this city-wide scavenger hunt on Saturday, Feb. 20, and Sunday, Feb. 21 highlights prominent locations in downtown Raleigh that honor African American leaders who have impacted our community. Gather a small team or join the […]
Celebrate Black History Month on this special trolley tour around Raleigh highlighting the downtown area’s African American heritage! Tour route includes historic homes, schools, churches, and business areas important to Raleigh’s African American heritage. The trolley departs from Mordecai Historic Park and lasts approximately one hour. Tickets are $10. Call 919-996-4364 for tickets and more […]
