Bessie Coleman Centennial Community Celebration and Aviation Conversation

Wed Jan 28 2026 at 05:30 pm to 07:00 pm UTC-06:00

Metro Tech | Oklahoma City

Oklahoma Aeronautics Commission
Publisher/HostOklahoma Aeronautics Commission
Bessie Coleman Centennial Community Celebration and Aviation Conversation
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At the pinnacle of a week-long celebration of the life of aviator Bessie Coleman, the community will come together to explore all aviation!
About this Event

Powered by Gilchrist Aviation Law, Atlantic Aviation (PWA), READY3, Jones Strategies, and the Oklahoma Aerospace Foundation, join the Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics, the Oklahoma Historical Society and Oklahoma History Center, Langston University, and Senator Nikki Nice of Senate District 48, all Langston alumni and the general public are invited to come together for an engaging in-person community meet and greet, followed by a captivating informational presentation.

This event is part of the State of Oklahoma's Bessie Coleman Centennial Week, a celebration dedicated to the extraordinary contributions of aviation pioneer Bessie Coleman. This is your rare opportunity to meet Gigi Coleman-Brooms, Bessie Coleman’s great-niece, who will share heartfelt and inspiring stories about her iconic ancestor—a proud alumna of Langston University, Bessie Coleman was a trailblazer who became the first African-American woman and the first Native American to earn a pilot's license.

Join us as we dive deep into the remarkable journey of this aviation legend, discovering her challenges, triumphs, and lasting impact. Celebrate Bessie’s groundbreaking achievements and honor her legacy, which continues to inspire and uplift aspiring aviators for generations to come. We look forward to welcoming you!

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Metro Tech, 1900 Springlake Drive, Oklahoma City, United States

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