Immerse yourself in the beauty of African drumming with a presentation by skilled and knowledgeable artists and performers. All ages welcome.
Saturday, Feb. 3, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Sam Gary
Saturday, Feb. 10, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Decker
Tuesday, Feb. 6, 5-7 p.m., Blair-Caldwell
Learn about Dearfield, the largest, most successful African American town in Colorado history, founded in 1910. Don’t miss this multimedia presentation in honor of Black History Month and the National Park Service’s current study of this historic site.
Tuesday, Feb. 6, 7-8 p.m., Online
Join Interpretive Specialist Holly Harmon of Denver Art Museum for an overview of the current exhibition Amoako Boafo: Soul of Black Folks on display through Feb. 18. Optional registration includes an email reminder.
Wednesday, Feb. 7, 5-6 p.m., Blair-Caldwell
Learn about “futuristic or science fiction themes that incorporate elements of Black history and culture.” We’ll look at recent pop culture examples and create an art project showing Black people in the future. Ideal for ages 5-12 with an adult.
Black History comes to life in this presentation as acclaimed scholars/actors portray significant historical figures like Rosa Parks and Martin Luther King, Jr. and speak about their lives and answer questions in character. All ages welcome.
Friday, Feb. 9, 12-1 p.m., Montbello
Saturday, Feb. 10, 1-2 p.m., Green Valley Ranch
Saturday, Feb. 10, 2-4 p.m., Blair-Caldwell
Join us with Black People Know Things (BPKT) for a Black centered trivia afternoon to celebrate Black History Today. Open to all, but focuses on black people connecting and unwinding in a comfortable space.
Saturday, Feb. 10, 2-3 p.m., Ross-Barnum
Learn about vegan cuisine from the African diaspora. We will explore vegan recipes from the Caribbean and chat about the history and shared culture they represent. Samples provided. All ages welcome.
Tuesday, Feb. 13, 5-6 p.m., Blair-Caldwell
Find new books to love and a snack to match. We’ll explore various genres from our African American collection and create personalized reading lists. Ideal for ages 5-12 with an adult.
Tuesday, Feb. 13, 7-8 p.m. Online and Denver Art Museum’s Martin Building, Garden Room, 100 W. 14th Ave. Pkwy.
Join Dr. Reiland Rabaka, founder of the Center for African & African American Studies and professor at CU Boulder, for a discussion of the book The Souls of Black Folk by W. E. B. Du Bois. Get a Denver Art Museum discount. Registration required.
Saturday, Feb. 17, 1-3 p.m., Blair-Caldwell
Come learn about African American history of Colorado and the West through interactive crafts and activities. All materials will be supplied, just bring your creativity and imagination. Ideal for ages 5-12 with an adult.
Saturday, Feb. 17, 3-4:30 p.m., Park Hill
Gain a radical understanding of soul food as we learn about the intersection of indigenous culinary practices and African American history with educator, Asia Dorsey. Samples provided. All ages welcome.
Tuesday, Feb. 20, 5-7 p.m., Blair-Caldwell
Join us for a reception honoring the Colorado artists featured in our Black History Month Art Exhibition, on display for the entire month of February. Enjoy light refreshments and music while you view the artwork, meet the artists, and learn about their creative styles. Ideal for ages 18+.
Thursday, Feb. 22, 6-7:30 p.m., Rodolfo “Corky” Gonzales
Join us for an evening with New York Times bestselling author Renée Watson. Renée will be discussing her new poetry collection Black Girl You Are Atlas. Book signing to follow.
Come read, swap book recommendations, and discover new to you Black authors at this drop in reading hour. Engage with African American literature and highlight the importance of literacy when celebrating Black History Month. Ideal for ages 18+.
Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2-3 p.m., Ross-Cherry Creek
Wednesday, Feb. 21, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Sam Gary
Saturday, Feb. 24, 2-4 p.m., Ford-Warren
Join us for a free screening of a movie about Black History, then stick around after for a thought provoking discussion of the film. Ideal for ages 18+.
Saturday, Feb. 10, 1-4 p.m., Woodbury
Friday, Feb. 23, 1-4 p.m., John “Thunderbird Man” Emhoolah Jr.
We’ll explore books about various aspects of the Black experience, both historically and today, as well as titles that give advice and perspectives on advocating for anti-racist practices in your life. You’ll also have a chance to win some of the books in a giveaway!
Tuesday, Feb. 13, 1-2 p.m., Hampden
Wednesday, Feb. 28, 1-2 p.m., Ross-University Hills
Thursday, Feb. 29, 10:30-11 a.m., Hampden
Stories, songs, and joyful fun with a guest storyteller for children up to age 12. Books from Black content creators available to browse and resources provided to caretakers.