Black History Month events abound in the Valley
The following events have been scheduled to celebrate Black History Month:
Now through March 1 — “Greatness Revealed: The Art of African Americans” at the Butler Institute of American Art, Youngstown. The opening reception is Tuesday.
Feb. 13 — Inspiring Minds presents “Wax Live: Black History of Warren” 5 to 7 p.m. Feb. 13 at Inspiring Minds, 837 Woodland St. NE. The event, created and led by IM students, offers an inspirational walk through the black history of Warren. Wax museum showcases are scheduled 5 to 5:45 p.m. and 6 to 6:45 p.m.
A $5 entry fee includes black history-inspired food and drinks. The event features notable figures such as Helen Albert, Roselle Burch, Willie Davenport and many more.
Feb. 15 — Meet the Artist Amos Paul Kennedy Jr. 1 to 3 p.m. at Butler Institute of American Art in Youngstown.
Feb. 17 — A Black History Month exhibition will be 8 a.m.to 5 p.m. at Solomon Gallery in Bliss Hall at Youngstown State University campus. YSU’s Department of Art presents an exhibit by Crystal Miller, who explores Afro-futurism using unique materials such as beads, glitter, rhinestones and foam. Her focus is on creating narratives that envision a future in which black women stand at the forefront of innovation and empowerment.
Feb. 22 — STEAM Saturday: Black History Month 1 to 3 p.m. at the Warren Trumbull County Public Library for ages 6 to 12. Explore different stations focusing on science, technology, engineering, art, and math, with an emphasis on innovations by black artists, inventors and scientists.
March 1 — African American Read-In, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County’s main branch in Youngstown. The event will celebrate black authors and literature. The library is participating in this year’s African American Read-In, an initiative by the National Council of Teachers of English.
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