Black History Month Celebration in Downtown Wilm DE

Sat Feb 28 2026 at 01:00 pm to 11:45 pm UTC-05:00

Downtown Wilmington Business District | Wilmington

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Black History Month Celebration in Downtown Wilm DE
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Honoring the past, celebrating the present and shaping the future. Don't miss all the fun happening in Downtown Wilmington!
February 1, 8, 15 & 22 | The Academy for Peace at 12pm
Celebrate 100 years of Black History with a vibrant community!
For more information visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-fabric-of-our-lives-black-history-centennial-community-blessing-events-tickets-1981078915365
February 4 | The Academy for Peace at 1pm
Senior Women’s Host "Fabric of Our Lives" exhibit celebrating arts, culture, and inspiring stories!
For more information visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/senior-womens-host-fabric-of-our-lives-premier-arts-culture-exhibit-tickets-1982099663450
February 5 | Wilmington Public Library at 7pm
Kwame is a pioneering hip-hop artist whose influence extends far beyond his own successful recording career.
For more information visit: https://delawarelibraries.libcal.com/event/15755864
February 6 | The Academy for Peace at 5pm
Explore Black History with Historian and Lecturer Arica L. Coleman, exploring life and culture through stories that bridge us all together!
For more information visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fabric-of-our-lives-art-culture-exhibit-with-author-arica-l-coleman-phd-tickets-1980805750321
February 6 & 7 | Christina Cultural Arts Center at 6pm
An interactive Black History themed escape room that brings stories of Black creativity, strength, and innovation to life.
For more information visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/black-history-escape-room-renaissance-resource-resilience-tickets-1980132417364
February 6 - 26 | LaFate Gallery at 5pm
Black History Month Exhibition featuring Art of Eunice LaFate & Emerging Artists, The "Kidd Trio Sisters"
For more information visit: https://www.facebook.com/eunice.lafate/posts/pfbid02UnAh3YshspnZHbNBWTnSEmEv3Q9vtUVuQFFRi1hC8V5BeE1G3vi2SK7MfbSqYjkl
February 7 | Central YMCA at 11am
A popular annual event, recognizing Black History Month and local trailblazers. There will be entertainment, vendors and activities for kids.
For more information visit: https://www.facebook.com/events/1152845453499101/?ref_source=NEWS_FEED
February 9 - 13 | The Sold Firm at 6pm
Five days. Real culture. Real community. Real Good Black Week
For more information visit: https://www.instagram.com/p/DURgwRpkZfo/?img_index=1
February 12 | Wilmington Public Library at 6pm
Former State Senator Margaret Rose Henry and her son, New Castle County Executive Marcus Henry, in an inspiring intergenerational conversation on legacy, leadership, and community impact.
For more information visit: https://delawarelibraries.libcal.com/event/15940066
February 17 | The Grand at 9:30am & 12pm
So many amazing Americans and so little time to meet them all! Follow The Grand on this amazing journey through Black History as they meet Maya Angelou, Aretha Franklin, Mae Jemison, the Buffalo Soldiers and more.
For more information visit: https://tickets.thegrandwilmington.org/events
February 18 | The Academy for Peace at 1pm
Celebrate beauty and tradition at the Women’s Kaftan Fashion Show & Luncheon.
For more information visit: https://www.facebook.com/jay.macklin.94/posts/pfbid0fNeateRRmmaipxVnmWvapEuvjm4LnexMG13fuNBwyobZYAdvHUrcAs8kpYvq2pcgl
February 18 | Delaware History Museum at 6:30pm
Get a rare look at a piece of cultural legacy from the historical society’s collection—the Black Americans of Achievement board game, based on a series of books on Black American Achievement.
For more information visit: https://dhs.givecloud.co/vault-black-americans-of-achievement
February 21 | Choir School of Delaware at 4pm
The time has come!! Do Not Pass Me By Concert will be an unforgettable celebration of Black culture. Hear passion, purpose, and perseverance in every song
For more information visit: https://www.choirschoolofdelaware.org/events#&gid=1804184604&pid=1
February 22 | The Academy for Peace at 3pm
Where tradition meets testimony — don’t miss this uplifting gospel celebration!
For more information visit: https://www.facebook.com/jay.macklin.94/posts/pfbid0fNeateRRmmaipxVnmWvapEuvjm4LnexMG13fuNBwyobZYAdvHUrcAs8kpYvq2pcgl
February 23 - 27 | The Sold Firm
A curated shopping experience you won’t want to miss — explore unique pieces and creative treasures beyond the gallery walls.
For more information visit: https://www.instagram.com/p/DUCSdEBkV2R/?hl=en&img_index=1
February 27 | The Academy for Peace at 5pm
Celebrate Black History Month with The Fabric of Our Lives! Join for Game Night & the Closing Reception — a night of fun, culture, and community you won’t want to miss!
For more information visit: https://www.facebook.com/jay.macklin.94/posts/pfbid0fNeateRRmmaipxVnmWvapEuvjm4LnexMG13fuNBwyobZYAdvHUrcAs8kpYvq2pcgl
February 28 | Culture Restoration Project, Inc. at 5pm
An upscale evening of cultural performances, live music, and delicious vegan fare.
For more information visit: https://www.crpde.org/gala
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Downtown Wilmington Business District, 809 N Market St, Wilmington, DE 19801-3010, United States

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