Folsom Celebrates 100th Anniversary of Negro History Week and 50th Anniversary of Black History Month

Community event features Pan African drumming, spoken word, and exhibits on early California pioneers of Pan African ancestry.

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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The Folsom Community Center is hosting a free, family-friendly celebration to mark the 100th anniversary of Negro History Week and the 50th anniversary of Black History Month. The event will feature Pan African drumming, spoken word performances, and exhibits highlighting early California pioneers of Pan African ancestry from 1840-1875.

Why it matters

This event commemorates important milestones in the recognition and celebration of African American history, culture, and contributions. It provides an opportunity for the Folsom community to come together and honor this history while also highlighting the rich legacy of Black pioneers who helped shape the early development of California.

The details

The 2026 Folsom Black History Month Celebration will take place at the Folsom Community Center on February 20, 2026 from 4:30 PM to 7:30 PM. The event will include Pan African drumming, spoken word performances, and exhibits showcasing the lives and accomplishments of early California pioneers of Pan African ancestry from 1840-1875.

  • The event will take place on February 20, 2026 from 4:30 PM to 7:30 PM.
  • Negro History Week was established by Dr. Carter G. Woodson in 1926.
  • Black History Month was first recognized by US President Gerald R. Ford in 1976.

The players

Khubaka, Michael Harris

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The takeaway

This celebration in Folsom honors the legacy of African American history and the pioneering contributions of early Black Californians, providing an opportunity for the community to come together and reflect on this important part of the state's history.