Black History Month
To celebrate Black History Month, the City will host many events.
About this event
February is Black History Month
The City of Minneapolis will observe Black History Month (BHM) throughout February 2024. We will host events with our partners at Hennepin County and Hennepin County Library.
The national theme for Black History Month is “African Americans & the Arts.”
To celebrate, we'll have events that feature local:
- Artists
- Creatives
- Pioneers
Event details
Black Music and the Arts – The Minneapolis Sound
We hosted a panel talk to explore the history of Black contributions to music. The panel focused on the “Minneapolis Sound.”
Date
Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2024
Time of event
12 p.m. (noon) - 1:30 p.m.
This event has ended.
Location
Public Service Building
Conference Room 100.
505 Fourth Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55415
Black & Belonging
This is a community discussion around belonging to a collective. We talked about creating welcoming spaces where we all belong.
Date
Wednesday, Feb. 14 2024
Time of event
12 p.m. (noon) - 1:30 p.m.
This event has ended.
Location
Public Service Building
Conference Room 100.
505 Fourth Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55415
History Makers at Home
The Civil Rights Department recognizes leaders in:
- Business
- Criminal justice
- Education
- Economic development
- Health
- Housing and government
Date
Thursday, Feb. 22, 2024
Location
Capri Theater
2027 W. Broadway Ave.
Minneapolis, MN 55411
Rock your Crown
The State of Minnesota signed the Crown Act into law. At this event, we'll celebrate the history of Black hair and the art of styling it.
Date
Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024
Time of event
12 p.m. (noon). - 1:30 p.m.
Location
Public Service Building
Conference Room 100.
505 Fourth Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55415