Feb. 25, 2026
Norfolk Botanical Garden Seeks to Identify Black Workers Who Built Original Azalea Gardens
Nearly 90 years later, the garden is working to honor the 220 African American workers who cleared the land in the 1930s.
Feb. 25, 2026
Acclaimed '1619' One-Man Show Captivates Audience
Educator and playwright Ted Williams III delivers powerful history lesson through his signature work
Feb. 24, 2026
Malinda Russell, First African American Cookbook Author, Rediscovered
I cooked from her 1866 book 'A Domestic Cookbook' and gained a new appreciation for her resilience and culinary legacy.
Feb. 21, 2026
100 Quilts Celebrate 100 Years of Black History at Chesapeake Library
Quilts by local African American artists showcase community stories and military heritage.
Feb. 20, 2026
Film spotlights North Danville's rich Black history at 'Seen and Heard' exhibit
The documentary 'A Tale of Three North Danville Neighborhoods' highlights historic Black communities in the River City.
Feb. 16, 2026
Black Author Expo 2026 to Celebrate Black Voices in Petersburg, VA
The annual event will feature award-winning authors Carole Boston Weatherford and Jeffery Boston Weatherford.
Feb. 11, 2026
Black History Leader Anthony "Train" Johnson Recognized
Community leader and author shares his story for Black History Month
Feb. 10, 2026
Parent Alleges Racial Slurs Directed at Son During Chesapeake Basketball Game
Chesapeake Public Schools investigating incident, says it takes concerns seriously
