Hickory – February is Black History Month, which is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing the central role of African Americans in U.S. history. Since 1976, every U.S. president has officially designated the month of February as Black History Month.
In celebration of this month, there are several events organized by the City of Hickory for all people of all ages to enjoy and pay tribute to African American heritage and culture.
Art and Social Justice: Art’s Role in Promoting Social Change
Saturday, Feb. 11 | 2-3:30 p.m. | Patrick Beaver Memorial Library
Humanities faculty from Winston-Salem State University will conduct a panel discussion about the ways that art was used to raise awareness of critical social issues during the Civil Rights Movement and the ways art inspired community members to fight for social change. Registration is not required.
Black History Teen Quiz Bowl
Thursday, Feb. 16 | 6-7 p.m. | Ridgeview Branch Library
Teens in Grades 6-12 are invited to show off their knowledge of Black History. Brush up on both well-known facts and overlooked figures. Teams must not exceed six members and must have one designated smart phone or tablet. The winning team will leave with a prize. This event is part of the library’s All-Star Weekend series, which runs Feb. 16-18.
Black History Adult Quiz Bowl
Saturday, Feb. 18 | 10-11 a.m. | Ridgeview Branch Library
Adults are invited to show off their knowledge of Black History. Brush up on both well-known facts and overlooked figures. Teams must not exceed six members and must have one designated smart phone or tablet. The winning team will leave with a prize. This event is part of the library’s All-Star Weekend series, which runs Feb. 16-18.
3rd Annual Living Wax Museum
Saturday, Feb. 25 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Ridgeview Recreation Center
Celebrate Black History Month and explore visual displays featuring important historical figures in African American history such as Maya Angelou, Rosa Parks, Langston Hughes, Ruby Bridges, Jessie Owens, Zora Neale Hurston, Chris Washburn, and more. For more information, please contact Todder Clark at [email protected] or call 828-324-8007.
All programs are free and open to the public.
For additional details on these and other upcoming events in the City of Hickory, please visit www.HickoryNC.gov.
