Feb. 27, 2026
New Cultural Center Coming to Manhattan's Historic Black Community
The Yuma Street Cultural Center will break ground on March 10 to preserve and revitalize the area's rich history.
Feb. 27, 2026
Celebrate Black History Month at Miss Mamie's Spoonbread Brunch with NYABJ, Kori and Marcia Withers
Join the New York Association of Black Journalists for a special event honoring legacy, family, and storytelling.
Feb. 26, 2026
Remembering Harlem's Pioneering Lafayette Theatre
The historic venue was New York City's first integrated theater, paving the way for diverse storytelling.
Feb. 25, 2026
Hunter College Professor Faces Backlash Over Offensive Zoom Comments
Remarks made during a virtual school district meeting are being called racist by parents and students.
Feb. 24, 2026
Buffalo's Kerns Avenue Bowling Center Celebrates 18 Years as New York's Only Black-Owned Bowling Alley
The bowling center, which was nearly shuttered, has become a hub for community connection and youth programs under owner Daniel Adams.
Feb. 24, 2026
Harlem Renaissance Pioneers Who Changed Culture
From Count Basie to Zora Neale Hurston, meet the game-changers of the Harlem Renaissance era.
Feb. 24, 2026
Black Women Elevate Each Other's Beauty with Joyful Compliments
Gassing up each other's looks is a radical act of communal care and celebration.
Feb. 21, 2026
Ithaca Honors Toni Morrison's Legacy with Marker
Community celebrates Nobel laureate's 95th birthday and her time living in Ithaca.
Feb. 19, 2026
Tracing Black History in Upstate NY: 9 Must-See Historic Spots
From Harriet Tubman's home in Auburn to the Freedom Crossing Monument in Lewiston, these sites preserve the region's crucial role in the fight against slavery.
Feb. 18, 2026
Black History Month Exhibit Opens at NY State Capitol
The 'A Century of Black History Commemorations' exhibit honors inspiring stories of Black New Yorkers.
Feb. 18, 2026
NY School District Fires Substitute Teacher Over Racist Remark
Incident at Richard O'Rourke Middle School prompts swift investigation and termination.
Feb. 15, 2026
NYPD Three-Star Chief Olufunmilola Obe Achieves Law Degree
Nigerian-born Obe overcomes family resistance to join NYPD, rises through ranks while earning law degree at night
Feb. 12, 2026
RCSD honors next generation of Black scholar students
Young leaders share what it means to them in today's world
Feb. 11, 2026
Buffalo Library Celebrates Black History Month
The Buffalo and Erie County Public Library offers resources and events to honor African American contributions
Feb. 11, 2026
New Shirley Chisholm Recreation Center opens in East Flatbush
The $141 million facility is the first new Parks recreation center in over a decade and the largest in Brooklyn.
Feb. 10, 2026
Marine Park Hosts Black History Month Textile Arts Workshop
Event celebrates African-American quilting traditions and community engagement
Feb. 10, 2026
Mayor Mamdani Opens Shirley Chisholm Rec Center
New $141 million facility named after pioneering Congresswoman opens in East Flatbush
Feb. 8, 2026
Strong National Museum of Play Celebrates Black History Month
Rochester museum hosts event with activities, performances, and more to honor Black culture and achievements.
Feb. 8, 2026
Broadway Market Celebrates Black History Month with Music, Flag Raising
Buffalo's historic marketplace hosts weekly live music performances and a Pan-African flag raising ceremony
Feb. 8, 2026
Syracuse University Hosts Variety of Valentine's Week Events
From soul food history to ballroom dancing, SU offers diverse activities to celebrate the holiday.
