Black History Month starts today in Pierce County with events, activities for all ages
Wednesday marks the start of Black History Month across the country. It’s a time to recognize the achievements made by African Americans in the United States. Multiple events are being held in Pierce County to mark its 28 days.
The Tacoma Public Library system has events scheduled nearly every day in February, ranging from book readings to movie screenings. Metro Parks Tacoma is celebrating the month with a variety of events at People’s Community Center, including a Hilltop Healthy Kids and Family Carnival on Saturday, Feb. 11.
Year round, Black history can be explored at Tacoma’s Buffalo Soldier Museum and online at the Washington State History Museum’s Martin Luther King, Jr. interactive exhibit.
On Saturday, Feb. 4, Pierce Transit is offering free bus rides all day for Transit Equity Day.
Tacoma Public Library
What: A variety of events themed around Black history, including story time, activities, movie screenings, discussions, book clubs, poetry, scavenger hunts and more.
When: All month
Where: Various Tacoma Public Library branches
Admission: Free, but some events require registration.
Information: Go to the library’s website for complete details.
Black film series
What: The Grand Cinema is featuring a Friday night screening series that celebrates Black filmmakers and performers. Movies include “Blade II”, “Buffalo Soldiers: Fighting on Two Fronts”, “Do the Right Thing”, “The Wood”, “Space is the Place”, “Mo’ Better Blues” and short films for children.
When: Fridays and some Saturdays in February through Feb. 18.
Where: The Grand Cinema, 606 Fawcett Ave., Tacoma.
Admission: General admission is $12; Seniors, military, students and children are $10.
Information: Go to The Grand’s website for complete details; 253-593-4474.
City Club’s Black History Month dinner
What: A dinner with local Black leaders representing non-profits, academics business and politics.
When: 6-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 8
Where: University of Puget Sound, Upper Marshal Hall, 1500 N. Warner St., Tacoma
Admission: $25-45
Information: cityclubtacoma.org/
Black History Month Culture and Arts Festival
What: Live performances from Book-It Theatre, Rhapsody Project Songsters, Zambuko Marimba Ensemble and Massive Monkeys.
When: Noon-5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11
Where: Karshner Museum and Center for Culture & Arts, 309 4th St. NE, Puyallup
Admission: Free
Information: 253-841-8748, karctr.puyallup.k12.wa.us/
A Proud Heritage
What: A genealogy workshop for people with African American ancestry will be held at the Tacoma Family History Center. A free lunch will be served to attendees.
When: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 25
Where: Tacoma Family History Center, 1102 S Pearl Street, Tacoma
Admission: Free, visit website to register
Information: tacomaaafhe.com
