Local Students Celebrate Grammy Awards and Black History

Umoja event features red carpet, music, and education on the history behind the music.

Published on Feb. 18, 2026

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Local students in Columbus, Indiana will have the opportunity to experience the glitz of the Grammy Awards through a special Black History Month event called the Umoja Grammy Awards, Black History through Music. The event, taking place on Thursday from 5-8 pm at the Columbus Learning Center, will feature a red carpet, music and dance performances, and educational programming on the history behind the music and lyrics.

Why it matters

The event aims to engage local students in celebrating Black history and culture through the lens of music, an important medium for storytelling and artistic expression within the Black community. By connecting the Grammys to Black history, the event provides an accessible and celebratory way for students to learn about and appreciate the rich legacy of Black musicians and the impact of their work.

The details

The Umoja Grammy Awards, Black History through Music event is being organized by Felicia Garr, the coordinator of the Umoja initiative at the Community Education Coalition. The event will include a red carpet for students to walk, live music and dance performances, and educational programming that delves into the history and significance of the featured songs and artists.

  • The event will take place on Thursday, February 17, 2026 from 5-8 pm.

The players

Felicia Garr

The coordinator of the Umoja initiative at the Community Education Coalition, who is organizing the Umoja Grammy Awards, Black History through Music event.

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What they’re saying

“The Umoja Grammy Awards, Black History through Music event will include a red carpet, music and dance performances and education on the history behind the music and lyrics.”

— Felicia Garr, Coordinator, Umoja Initiative (1010wcsi.com)

What’s next

The event is free and open to the public, and all are invited to attend.

The takeaway

This event provides a unique and engaging way for local students to celebrate Black history and culture through the lens of music, an important medium for storytelling and artistic expression within the Black community.