Black History Month Events NYC

February is Black History Month. Celebrate at one or more of these special events, film screenings, exhibits and family friendly events.

Here are FREE and cheap suggestions.

New York Public Library

There are events and programs, recommended reading and blog posts, throughout February, along with a wide array of digital resources.

Click the links to register.

For adults

LIVE from NYPL | An Abolitionist’s Handbook: Patrisse Cullors

Join the Library for a conversation with Patrisse Cullors, co-founder of Black Lives Matter and the author of An Abolitionist’s Handbook: 12 Steps to Changing Yourself and the World, about how everyday activists and organizers can help reimagine a world where communities are treated with dignity, care, and respect.

Wed, Feb. 2 at 7pm, online

Photo: NYPL

Black Feminist Futures Series: Black Women & Theories of the Future

Sponsored by the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, a branch of the NYPL

Sat, Feb 19, 12:30 PM

Click here for the full schedule of Black History Month Events at the Schomburg

For kids

Stories of Heroes: African American Scientists Virtual Program

Join the NYPL for a read aloud of books about inspirational African American scientists: Neil deGrasse Tyson, Mae Jemison, and Raye Montague. for children ages 4-6.

This online program is geared toward parents/caregivers and their children. Both the parent/caregiver and the child must be present during the program: unaccompanied adults or children will be asked to leave the program. When registering for this program, parents/caregivers should use their information.

- - Fri, Feb. 4 at 2pm

Stories of heroes: Famous African American Athletes

Join us for a read aloud of books about inspirational African American Athletes: Roberto Clemente, Jackie Robinson, and Michael Jordan. for children ages 4-6.