This virtual museum promotes global awareness of the harmful legacies of enslavement and Jim Crow in the United States and the challenges faced by African Americans today. We also highlight Black resilience and achievements in every field — from arts and culture to education, economics, science, and more.
This Events Calendar presents some of the many events taking place around Milwaukee, Wisconsin — the birthplace of America’s Black Holocaust Museum — as well as around the USA, Africa, and the far-flung African Diaspora.
While we feature the on-site and online (virtual) events of America’s Black Holocaust Museum, we also sample other events that promote historical, educational and cultural awareness consistent with ABHM’s mission of racial justice, reconciliation, and healing.
This day is dedicated to ending modern forms of slavery, such as sexual exploitation, human trafficking, the most heinous kinds of child labor, forced marriage, and the forced recruitment of children for use in armed conflict. ...
BLACK NATIVITY by Langston Hughes returns for its 8th Annual Holiday Musical Production December 7-10, 2023, at the Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall, Marcus Center. ...
07 - 10 Dec
Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall, Marcus Center121 E. State Street, Milwaukee, WI
The 2nd annual Black and Diverse Business Showcase will bring together new and growing business eager to take their business to the next level and showcase their many products and services. ...
08 Dec
10:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Baird Center, Milwaukee400 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI
AfroFuture, formerly known as Afrochella, is a celebration of Africa’s diverse culture and the vibrant work of African creatives and entrepreneurs. ...
27 Dec - 05 Jan
Accra, GhanaSports Stadium, El Wak Stadium, Accra, Ghana
DRUMLine Live embodies the soulful, high-stepping style of the Historically Black College and University (HBCU) marching band tradition. With riveting rhythms, bold beats, and ear-grabbing energy, this stage show is a synchronized musical showcase of the HBCU experience. ...
06 Jan
7:30 PM
Marcus Performing Arts Center929 N Water St, Milwaukee, WI
The annual Wisconsin Black Art & Culture Expo is back for 2024. Wisconsin's largest celebration of Black artistic contributions to Wisconsin and the word is A TWO month long series of events for art appreciators, collectors, music lovers, children and adults. ...
The Pan African Film Festival (PAFF) showcases a broad array of Black creative works from the world over, highlighting those that reinforce positive images and help to destroy negative stereotypes. ...
07 - 19 Feb
Los Angeles, CA4020 Marlton Avenue Los Angeles, California 90008
A singular presence in the ballet world, the Dance Theatre of Harlem presents a powerful vision for ballet in the 21st century. The 18-member company’s forward-thinking repertoire includes treasured classics, neoclassical works by George Balanchine and resident choreographer Robert Garland, and innovative contemporary works that use the language of ballet to celebrate African American culture. ...
14 Feb
7:30 PM
Uihlein Hall in Milwaukee, WI929 N Water St. Milwaukee, WI 53202
Jazz in the Gardens is regarded as one of the most important annual live jazz and R&B events in the world. Join thousands of music lovers from around the world to laugh, dance and celebrate art, music and culture in Greater Miami & Miami Beach. ...
09 - 10 Mar
Miami Gardens, FL347 Don Shula Dr, Miami Gardens, FL 33056
I AM S.T.E.M. This year's National Society of Black Engineers Conveention will be better than ever, designed to help you grown, thrive and become the leaders of the future. ...
20 - 24 Mar
Georgia World Congress Center285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
Our story has always been one of overcoming. Come cheer on the door openers and glass breakers, hear the secrets of their success, and leave more motivated than ever to achieve your own breakthrough. ...
27 - 30 Mar
Bellagio Hotel & Casino3600 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109