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SUMMARY:Montpelier Black History Month Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:* This exhibition runs Jan. 14–Mar. 1\, with a public reception on Fri.\, Feb. 20. * \n\n\n\nCelebrate Black History Month with Montpelier Arts Center! Featuring works by Anita Carrington\, Jeffrey Felten-Green\, Angie O’Neal\, Lydia Peters\, Chris Malone\, and Jenathel Shaw\, this exhibition showcases the diverse talents of our regional artists. The featured artwork highlights African Americans’ lives\, stories\, and experiences through painting\, drawing\, mixed media\, sculpture\, and more.
URL:https://wellness.pgparks.com/event_list/annual-black-history-month-exhibition
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Black History,Black History Month,Exhibition,Free
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260309
DTSTAMP:20260223T150036Z
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SUMMARY:Art Exhibit: Luther Wright: American Dreaming
DESCRIPTION:* This exhibition runs Jan. 19–Mar. 8\, with a public reception on Thu.\, Feb. 19. *\n\n\n\nAmerican Dreaming is a poignant exploration of the complex interplay between pursuing financial freedom and the Black experience in America. This series delves into the nuanced relationship between aspiration and the systemic barriers that persist within our society\, particularly emphasizing the American lottery system as a symbol of hope in the Black community. \n\n\n\nThis exhibit will be on display at the Publick Playhouse from January 19-March 8\, 2026\, and can be viewed during regular facility hours (M-F\, 9 am-5 pm). Please note that exhibits cannot be viewed when a performance or event is in progress. Before viewing an exhibit\, please call the Box Office at 301-277-1710 to check the performance schedule.
URL:https://wellness.pgparks.com/event_list/art-exhibit-luther-wright-american-dreaming
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Black History,Black History Month,Exhibition,Free
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260315
DTSTAMP:20260225T173345Z
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SUMMARY:Genuine
DESCRIPTION:This exhibition runs Jan. 20–Mar. 14\, with a public reception on Sat.\, Jan. 24 and an artist and curator talk on Sat.\, Feb. 21. *\n\n\n\n\nCurated by Asha Elana Casey in honor of Black History Month\, Genuine celebrates the depth\, resilience\, and authenticity of Black artistic expression. Featuring works by Lionel Frazier White III\, Khaleelah Harris\, Jessica Valoris\, and Desmond Beach\, this exhibition explores themes of identity\, heritage\, and truth through a range of materials and perspectives. Genuine highlights the power of storytelling and cultural reflection\, offering a compelling tribute to the legacy and future of Black artistry.
URL:https://wellness.pgparks.com/event_list/genuine
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Black History,Black History Month,Exhibition,Free
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260315
DTSTAMP:20260223T145829Z
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SUMMARY:Mame Ndiaye: Glimpses of Heaven
DESCRIPTION:* This exhibition runs Jan. 20-Mar. 14\, with an Opening Reception on Sat.\, Jan. 24 and an Artist & Curator Talk on Sat.\, Feb. 21. * \n\n\n\nIn Glimpses of Heaven\, Mame Ndiaye invites viewers into a dazzling world of mixed media works that sparkle with vibrancy and imagination. Using glitter as a central medium\, Ndiaye creates otherworldly pieces that evoke a sense of transcendence and wonder. Each artwork is a luminous exploration of light\, color\, and texture\, offering fleeting moments of beauty that transport viewers into a dreamlike space. Through Glimpses of Heaven\, Ndiaye captures the ephemeral nature of joy and the magic found in the simplest\, most radiant elements of life.
URL:https://wellness.pgparks.com/event_list/mame-ndiaye-glimpses-of-heaven
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Black History,Black History Month,Exhibition,Free
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260126
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260308
DTSTAMP:20260223T145403Z
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SUMMARY:Black History Month Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Black History Month 2026 Exhibition  \n\n\n\nBlack County\, Black History: Preserving\, Promoting\, and Protecting Black History in Prince George’s County \n\n\n\nExhibition Dates: Monday\, January 26 – Saturday\, March 7\, 2026 \n\n\n\nOpening Reception: Sunday\, February 1\, 2026\, 2–5 pm (RSVP at blackhistory@pgparks.com)   \n\n\n\nAll ages\, FREE  \n\n\n\nHarmony Hall Arts Center \n\n\n\nBlack History Month formally began in 1926 with “Negro History Week\,” established by historian Carter G. Woodson\, a founder of the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH). And almost from the beginning\, black educators in Prince George’s County were participating in the celebration. By the closing decades of the twentieth century\, these educators had been joined by an ever-expanding corps of individuals\, community organizations\, and governmental units\, all dedicated to preserving\, promoting\, and protecting black history in the county through a variety of efforts. This exhibition details the history of these efforts\, chronicling the past\, present\, and future of this work in Prince George’s County. \n\n\n\nThis exhibition is curated by the M-NCPPC Black History Program. For additional information\, email blackhistory@pgparks.com or call 240-264-3415.  \n\n\n\nTo RSVP for the opening reception\, email blackhistory@pgparks.com. 
URL:https://wellness.pgparks.com/event_list/black-history-month-exhibition
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Black History,Black History Month,Exhibition,Free
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260131
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260308
DTSTAMP:20260223T145239Z
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SUMMARY:Qrcky: Bereft of Color
DESCRIPTION:* This exhibition runs Jan. 31–Mar. 7\, with a public reception on Sun.\, Feb. 1. * \n\n\n\nQrcky’s artistic endeavors delve into the interplay between the sensibilities of the Black diaspora and the urban landscapes they inhabit. While the artist draws inspiration from esteemed artists such as Kara Walker and Jean-Michel Basquiat\, Qrcky also profoundly influences the surrounding world. Qrcky is captivated by the sensations of movement\, the deconstruction and reassembly of surfaces\, and the intricate processes of forgetting and remembering that shape our collective consciousness. The artist’s creations profoundly reflect his identity\, heritage\, and the encompassing tapestry of culture that envelops him.
URL:https://wellness.pgparks.com/event_list/qrcky-bereft-of-color
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Black History,Black History Month,Exhibition,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T160000
DTSTAMP:20260223T143200Z
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SUMMARY:Uhuru Quilters Guild Black History Month Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:This exhibition is only open Thursdays-Sundays each week. It is closed on Mondays-Wednesdays\n\n\n\nThe Uhuru Quilters are back with their yearly challenge quilts! Members take on different themes using any quilting style or technique\, e.g.\, traditional\, contemporary\, improvisational\, modern or fiber art. Enjoy the quilts created in a wide range of interpretations\, including The Color Purple\, Mocha Me\, and Nikki Giovanni\, celebrating African American culture.
URL:https://wellness.pgparks.com/event_list/uhuru-quilters-guild-black-history-month-exhibition
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Black History,Black History Month,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T150000
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SUMMARY:Goode Inventions STEAM Program
DESCRIPTION:Visitors learn about African American women inventors and their contributions\, including Sarah Goode\, inventor of the cabinet-bed (precursor to the Murphy bed) and Ellen Eglin\, the Maryland woman who revolutionized housework with the invention of the clothes wringer.
URL:https://wellness.pgparks.com/event_list/goode-inventions-steam-program
CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,All Ages,Black History,Free,History,Women's History Month
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T200000
DTSTAMP:20260302T150252Z
CREATED:20260122T152323Z
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SUMMARY:Running from Bondage: Enslaved Women and Their Remarkable Fight for Freedom in Revolutionary America by Dr. Karen Cook Bell
DESCRIPTION:Hear the compelling stories of enslaved women and the ways in which they fled or attempted to flee bondage during and after the Revolutionary War. This virtual book lecture will explore how two wars were waged during the Revolutionary Era – a political revolution for independence and a social revolution for emancipation and equality – in which Black women played active roles. Lecture with Q&A session. To register\, call the museum. \n\n\n\nClick below to access the Teams meeting. Participants can join using the following link on Thursday\, March 12 at 7 PM \n\n\n\n\nJoin the meeting
URL:https://wellness.pgparks.com/event_list/running-from-bondage-enslaved-women-and-their-remarkable-fight-for-freedom-in-revolutionary-america-by-dr-karen-cook-bell
CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,Black History,Free,History,Literary,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260315T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260315T183000
DTSTAMP:20260211T153208Z
CREATED:20260116T151520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T153208Z
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SUMMARY:Infusing Taste: A Curated Table of African American-Inspired Small Bites; Tasting\, Culinary Wellness Talk & Full Herbal Mocktail Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a curated evening featuring familiar foods that support well-being\, a discussion on the roles of culinary and diasporic herbs as both flavor and function\, and a hands-on herbal mocktail workshop. \n\n\n\nLed by Brittany Williams (Educational & Clinical Herbalist) of Eudemonia Herbs. \n\n\n\nCall 301-377-7817 to register.
URL:https://wellness.pgparks.com/event_list/infusing-taste-a-curated-table-of-african-american-inspired-small-bites-tasting-culinary-wellness-talk-full-herbal-mocktail-workshop
CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,Black History,Black History Month,Lifestyle & Learning,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T150000
DTSTAMP:20260320T182009Z
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SUMMARY:Nottingham Community Day
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the local community in Nottingham\, Prince George’s County\, through oral histories\, schoolhouse tours\, and more. The Middle Passage Port Markers and Ceremonies Project\, in partnership with Parks and Planning\, will be revealing the new Nottingham Middle Passage signage and hosting a flower sendoff created with you\, the community\, throughout the day. Share your stories about Nottingham during the event\, learn more about the impact of the Patuxent River on southern Prince George’s County\, and help take care of the river by creating duck boxes to place along the coast. The award-winning Sankofa Mobile Museum will also be on-site.
URL:https://wellness.pgparks.com/event_list/nottingham-community-day
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Black History,Exhibition,Free,Heritage Celebrations,History,Lifestyle & Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260403T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260403T190000
DTSTAMP:20260317T170647Z
CREATED:20260317T162308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T170647Z
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SUMMARY:HBCU Yard Crawl: College Tours
DESCRIPTION:The HBCU Yard Crawl is designed for you AGES 14-18 and offers an exciting opportunity to explore the legacy\, culture\, and traditions of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Participants will visit Coppin State University & Morgan State University\, where they will learn about academics\, sports\, and student government. They will also experience student life\, including fraternities and sororities\, model troupes\, and much more! \n\n\n\nIt’s an excellent opportunity to discover the vibrant world of HBCU! \n\n\n\nTicket Code for Parks Direct: UMCC-20260403
URL:https://wellness.pgparks.com/event_list/hbcu-yard-crawl-college-tours
LOCATION:Coppin State University & Morgan State University\, Baltimore\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black History,Lifestyle & Learning,Tours,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T184256Z
CREATED:20260122T152747Z
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SUMMARY:Espionage and Enslavement in the Revolution: The True Story of Robert Townsend and Elizabeth by Claire Bellerjeau
DESCRIPTION:In this virtual book lecture you will discover the extraordinary journey of Elizabeth\, once enslaved by the Townsend Family of Oyster Bay\, NY. Follow her escape with British forces\, her heartbreaking re-enslavement in Manhattan and Charleston\, and her eventual path to freedom. Along the way\, Elizabeth crosses paths with influential figures on both sides of the Revolutionary War. Her story challenges us to revisit history with fresh eyes – expanding our understanding of who shaped the past and whose voices have been overlooked. Virtual lecture with Q&A session. To register\, call the museum. \n\n\n\n\nClick Here to join the virtual lecture
URL:https://wellness.pgparks.com/event_list/espionage-and-enslavement-in-the-revolution-the-true-story-of-robert-townsend-and-elizabeth-by-claire-bellerjeau
CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,Black History,Free,History,Lifestyle & Learning,Literary,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T153000
DTSTAMP:20260505T154244Z
CREATED:20260113T151452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T154244Z
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SUMMARY:Souls Seeking Freedom Walking Tour: The Untold Story of Enslavement and Resistance at Montpelier
DESCRIPTION:Health and wellness\, fostering community engagement\, building trust\, and learning diverse perspectives and inclusive history.
URL:https://wellness.pgparks.com/event_list/souls-seeking-freedom-walking-tour-the-untold-story-of-enslavement-and-resistance-at-montpelier/2026-04-11
CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,Black History,Black History Month,History,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T170000
DTSTAMP:20260220T181117Z
CREATED:20260113T151913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T181117Z
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SUMMARY:Hidden Spaces Tour
DESCRIPTION:Learning about architecture and history\, active engagement\, walking\, and staying fit.
URL:https://wellness.pgparks.com/event_list/hidden-spaces-tour/2026-04-12
CATEGORIES:Black History,Black History Month,History,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T160000
DTSTAMP:20260220T180134Z
CREATED:20260213T151921Z
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SUMMARY:Defenders of Freedom: A Tribute to Black Veterans\, Living History Day
DESCRIPTION:In recognition of the contributions that Black veterans have made in defense of this country\, visit Surratt Historic Site & Museum on April 18 for a hands-on\, interactive\, living history day that builds on our kickoff program from last year. Come meet historical reenactors who specialize in food\, music\, and weaponry\, and practice some of their skills while learning about life on the front lines. This event is FREE but registration is recommended.
URL:https://wellness.pgparks.com/event_list/defenders-of-freedom-a-tribute-to-black-veterans-living-history-day
CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,All Ages,Black History,Free,History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T143000
DTSTAMP:20260506T211355Z
CREATED:20260505T153954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T211355Z
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SUMMARY:Souls Seeking Freedom Walking Tour: The Untold Story of Enslavement and Resistance at Montpelier
DESCRIPTION:Health and wellness\, fostering community engagement\, building trust\, and learning diverse perspectives and inclusive history.
URL:https://wellness.pgparks.com/event_list/souls-seeking-freedom-walking-tour-the-untold-story-of-enslavement-and-resistance-at-montpelier-2
CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,Black History,History,Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T170000
DTSTAMP:20260220T181117Z
CREATED:20260113T151913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T181117Z
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SUMMARY:Hidden Spaces Tour
DESCRIPTION:Learning about architecture and history\, active engagement\, walking\, and staying fit.
URL:https://wellness.pgparks.com/event_list/hidden-spaces-tour/2026-05-10
CATEGORIES:Black History,Black History Month,History,Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T165946Z
CREATED:20251111T222736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T165946Z
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SUMMARY:Voices of the Past: Black Music of the Colonial Period and Forgotten Patriots
DESCRIPTION:This riveting\, narrated recital takes audience members back to America’s colonial period to explore the music\, instruments\, voices\, and lives of enslaved Africans and forgotten patriots. The music will include period instruments\, traditional folk songs\, patriotic selections\, and Negro spirituals performed by Black musicians. Produced by the Coalition for African Americans in the Performing Arts (CAAPA).
URL:https://wellness.pgparks.com/event_list/voices-from-the-past-black-music-of-the-colonial-period-and-forgotten-patriots
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Black History,Free,Performance,Special Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260523
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260531
DTSTAMP:20260423T155552Z
CREATED:20260408T190517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T155552Z
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SUMMARY:Black Birders Week 2026
DESCRIPTION:Founded in 2020\, Black Birders Week is an annual celebration that highlights the intersection of birds\, people\, and environmental justice. The annual event celebrates Black birders\, naturalists\, scientists\, and outdoor enthusiasts\, and advocates for the inclusion\, safety\, and visibility of Black people in birding and outdoor spaces. \n\n\n\nThis year’s theme\, Flyways & Freedom: Advocacy\, Action\, and the Future\, honors the pathways birds have always followed and the freedom of movement they represent. It asks us this important question: what could freedom look like if we moved through the world without barriers? \n\n\n\nJoin us in May for a week of birding programs that explore this idea through learning\, community\, and exploration! \n\n\n\nFREE\, but space is limited. Registration required. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n1. Black Birders Week Kickoff Talk & Boat Tour \n\n\n\nBladensburg Waterfront Park \n\n\n\nSaturday\, May 23\, 8-9:30 am \n\n\n\nLearn about Black Birders Week\, then take a boat tour on the Anacostia River. \n\n\n\n2. Birding Kayak Tour \n\n\n\nBladensburg Waterfront Park \n\n\n\nWednesday\, May 27\, 6-7:30 pm \n\n\n\nJoin a park naturalist for a birdy-ful evening paddle through wetlands and tributaries along the Anacostia River. \n\n\n\n3. Beaks\, Feet\, & Feathers Boat Tour \n\n\n\nBladensburg Waterfront Park \n\n\n\nSaturday\, May 30\, 2-3 pm \n\n\n\nBoard our pontoon boat to explore common birds in the Anacostia Watershed. \n\n\n\n4. Bird Research: M.A.P.S \n\n\n\nPatuxent River Park \n\n\n\nSaturday\, May 30\, 9-10 am \n\n\n\nJoin hands‑on bird research with wildlife experts working to protect breeding bird populations along the Patuxent River. \n\n\n\n5. Wings of Watkins \n\n\n\nWatkins Nature Center \n\n\n\nSaturday\, May 30\, 1-1:45 pm \n\n\n\nLearn about raptors during a live training and flight demonstration. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nContact Info: \n\n\n\nBladensburg Waterfront ParkEmail: Bladensburgwp@pgparks.comCall: 301-779-0371
URL:https://wellness.pgparks.com/event_list/black-birders-week-2026
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Black History,Free,Nature & Outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T093000
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SUMMARY:Black Birders Week: Kickoff Talk & Tour
DESCRIPTION:As part of the Black Birders Week series celebrating and uplifting Black birders\, naturalists\, and outdoor enthusiasts\, participants will join a park naturalist for a discussion on the history and significance of the movement. The presentation is followed by a bird‑themed pontoon boat tour along the Anacostia River. All attendees must register.
URL:https://wellness.pgparks.com/event_list/black-birders-week-kickoff-talk-tour
CATEGORIES:Black History,Free,Nature & Outdoor,Teens,Tours,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T114500
DTSTAMP:20260224T192550Z
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SUMMARY:From Wright "B" to F-4 Phantom II: Fighter Combat in Vietnam Living History Tour
DESCRIPTION:Experience the thrill of being a combat pilot and walk in the footsteps of those who flew from 1909 to 1970. Led by a military historian clad in authentic\, Vietnam War-era flight gear\, discover the stories of the people and events that led from College Park Airport to Southeast Asia\, from the early age of flight to the age of jet propulsion. In the face of challenges\, learn about the evolution of flight\, and the people who were involved. Explore how the Tuskegee Experience opened the doors to a desegregated military\, which led to integrated skies. Registration required. Includes museum admission.
URL:https://wellness.pgparks.com/event_list/from-wright-b-to-f-4-phantom-ii-fighter-combat-in-vietnam-living-history-tour
CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,All Ages,Black History,History,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T150000
DTSTAMP:20260505T154244Z
CREATED:20260113T151452Z
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SUMMARY:Souls Seeking Freedom Walking Tour: The Untold Story of Enslavement and Resistance at Montpelier
DESCRIPTION:Health and wellness\, fostering community engagement\, building trust\, and learning diverse perspectives and inclusive history.
URL:https://wellness.pgparks.com/event_list/souls-seeking-freedom-walking-tour-the-untold-story-of-enslavement-and-resistance-at-montpelier/2026-05-23
CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,Black History,Black History Month,History,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T155403Z
CREATED:20260326T131835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T155403Z
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SUMMARY:Black Birders Week: Beaks\, Feet\, & Feathers Boat Tour
DESCRIPTION:As part of Black Birders Week\, this event celebrates and uplifts Black birders\, naturalists\, and outdoor enthusiasts. Join a naturalist aboard the park pontoon boat to explore the birdlife of the Anacostia River while cruising downstream. All attendees must register.
URL:https://wellness.pgparks.com/event_list/black-birders-week-beaks-feet-feathers-boat-tour
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Black History,Free,Nature & Outdoor,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261101T160000
DTSTAMP:20260506T153915Z
CREATED:20260116T154252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T153915Z
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SUMMARY:The African Odyssey Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:This exhibition is only open Thursdays-Sundays each week. It is closed on Mondays-Wednesdays\n\n\n\nMontpelier is honored to present\, in collaboration with the Braxton Institute\, Dr. Joanne Braxton’s moving photography of her odyssey to Ghana\, Ivory Coast\, and Senegal. The exhibit explores an unexpected\, very personal story and an encounter with ancestral memory. As a descendant of African people enslaved at Montpelier\, she hopes that you will see and feel some of what she saw and felt as she journeyed to discover the meaning of the words of her grandmother\, Emma Harrison\, “My father always said that we have a home over there.” Through her photography\, she honors her enslaved great-grandfather\, William Harrison\, and “diasporic Africans\, unwilling immigrants to the Chesapeake in the 17th and 18th centuries.” \n\n\n\nThis exhibition is produced in collaboration with the Braxton Institute for Sustainability\, Resiliency and Joy.
URL:https://wellness.pgparks.com/event_list/the-african-odyssey-exhibition
CATEGORIES:Black History,Exhibition,Free,History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T200000
DTSTAMP:20260611T171837Z
CREATED:20260122T153713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T171837Z
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SUMMARY:A Legacy of Integration: The African American Citizen-Soldier and the Continental Army by Noel Poirier
DESCRIPTION:Click Here For Virtual Lecture\n\n\n\nThis lecture explores the often-overlooked contributions of African American soldiers in the Continental Army and reframes the narrative of the Revolutionary War by emphasizing the courage\, sacrifice\, and significance of African American citizen-soldiers in shaping America’s first integrated military force. Lecture with Question & Answer Session. To register\, call the museum.
URL:https://wellness.pgparks.com/event_list/a-legacy-of-integration-the-african-american-citizen-soldier-and-the-continental-army-by-noel-poirier
CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,Black History,Free,History,Literary,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T170000
DTSTAMP:20260612T123151Z
CREATED:20260519T153756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T123151Z
UID:10003873-1781352000-1781370000@wellness.pgparks.com
SUMMARY:Juneteenth 2026
DESCRIPTION:Bring the whole family for live music\, local artists and vendors\, history exhibits\, kids’ activities\, food trucks\, and much more! Celebrate freedom\, heritage\, and community through music\, culture\, and fun. Featuring performances from Rare Essence\, Proverbs Reggae Band\, Soul in Motion\, and Got My Own Sound Band. \n\n\n\nEntertainmentActivitiesParticipating Vendors\nEntertainment\nFeaturing performances by: \n\n\n\n\n\nRare Essence\n\n\n\nSoul in Motion\n\n\n\n\n\nDJ Lance ReynoldS\n\n\n\nGot my own sound band\n\n\n\n\n\nProverbs Reggae Band\n\n\n\nTimeOn Stage11:45 am – 12:15 pm DJ Lance Reynold + Welcome12:15 pm – 1 pm Soul In Motion Dancers + Drummers 1 pm – 1:15 pm DJ Lance Reynolds 1:15 – 2:15 pm Proverbs Reggae Band 2:15 pm – 2:30 pm DJ Lance Reynolds 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm Got My Own Sound 3:30 pm – 4 pm DJ Lance Reynolds 4 pm – 5 pmRare Essence \n\n\n\n\nRare Essence\n\n\n\nGot My Own Sound (ft Wes Watkins and Jon Williams)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDJ Lance Reynolds\n\n\n\n\nKnown as “The People’s DJ\,” Lance Reynolds is a veteran radio personality\, programmer\, and DJ\, a native of Hampton\, VA\, and a proud Hampton University Pirate rooted in the community and culture of Washington\, DC.  \n\n\n\nCurrently\, Lance hosts and programs “The House of Soul” on Pacifica Radio’s WPFW 89.3 FM in Washington\, DC\, a role he has held for the last eight years. He also hosts “The Sunrise Light Show\,” which streams weekdays from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. on Twitch. “Sunrisers” wake up to an hour of jazz\, followed by two hours of broad music and conversation to help ease into the day. Both shows are curated and programmed by Lance and stand at the intersection of funk\, jazz\, and soul. Prior to WPFW\, he served as host of SiriusXM’s “The FLOW\,” the satellite network’s leading soul/progressive format.  \n\n\n\nStarting his career at the age of 12\, Lance has spent decades entertaining audiences across the United States while building a reputation as one of the region’s most respected tastemakers and music curators.  \n\n\n\nOver the years\, he has opened for greats such as George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic\, Bootsy Collins\, Kamasi Washington\, Gregory Porter\, Lisa Fischer\, Living Colour\, Stephanie Mills\, The Emotions\, Maze\, Roy Ayers\, Eric Benét\, Marsha Ambrosius\, and a host of others in legendary venues including The Kennedy Center\, DAR Constitution Hall\, The Howard Theatre\, 9:30 Club\, The Barns at Wolf Trap\, Merriweather Post Pavilion\, Fort Dupont Park\, and the Carter Barron.  \n\n\n\nBest known for breaking progressive artists from around the world both online and in the DC market\, Lance holds the unique position of spotlighting emerging talent while celebrating the legendary artists who paved the way.  \n\n\n\nTo book Lance Reynolds\, send a request to DJLRLIVE@gmail.com.  \n\n\n\nIG\, Facebook\, and X: @LanceReynolds  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nActivities\nMore information on the 2026 activities coming soon. Potential and past activities include:  \n\n\n\n\nHistory Experiences\n\nHands-on Activities\n\n\n\nImmersive History\n\n\n\nLive Demonstrations\n\n\n\n\n\nArt Activities\nCreate your own work of art with Arts on a Roll!   \n\n\n\nArts on a Roll is M-NCPPC’s mobile art service\, offering unique theatre\, dance\, music\, and visual arts workshops for the young and young-at-heart! \n\n\n\nSpray Paint Graffiti Wall Group Murals with artists from Words Beats and Life!  \n\n\n\nAbout the organization: We are unapologetic advocates for the transformative power of Hip-Hop culture in all its forms\, empowering artists to relentlessly create and refine systems that demonstrate positive change through our individual and collective brilliance. We embrace the sacred nature of our work and our roles as keepers and innovators of our culture.  \n\n\n\nMove and express yourself with dancers from Taratibu Youth Association!  \n\n\n\nAbout the organization: Taratibu Youth Organization provides transformative experiences through performing arts for the youth of the African Diaspora\, cultivating socially responsible change agents within the Pan-African community and beyond.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nParticipating Vendors\nVendors \n\n\n\nFeatured Vendors: \n\n\n\n\n\nCakelady\n\n\n\nCookin Cousins\, LLC\n\n\n\nGolden Bits\n\n\n\nHelping Hands\n\n\n\nHappy Hippo Shaved Ice\n\n\n\nHouey’s Saved Ice\n\n\n\n\n\nMyra’s New Orleans Food & Snow Balls\n\n\n\nReNays Browniee BarSauce \n\n\n\nQueens Kitchen\n\n\n\nSugar Loop Funnel Cakes\n\n\n\nThe Tender Rib
URL:https://wellness.pgparks.com/event_list/juneteenth-2026
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Black History,Festivals,History,Outdoor Performance,Special Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260618
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260622
DTSTAMP:20260512T203414Z
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SUMMARY:Self-Emancipators History
DESCRIPTION:Please join us as we commemorate Juneteenth with stories of freedom seekers from Marietta\, today an historic site\, which included the Jackson\, Duckett\, Brown\, and Butler families. \n\n\n\nThursday\, June 18-Sunday\, June 21\, at 11 am\, 1 pm\, and 3 pm.\n\n\n\n              \n               \n               \n                    \n                        \n							                            														\n							                                June 18\n                            \n                            							                            														\n							                                June 19\n                            \n                            							                            														\n							                                June 20\n                            \n                            							                            														\n							                                June 21
URL:https://wellness.pgparks.com/event_list/self-emancipators-history
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Black History,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T200000
DTSTAMP:20260608T180806Z
CREATED:20260424T133510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T180806Z
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SUMMARY:Gather on the Green: Black Music Through Time
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Black Music Month this June at Concord Historic Site! On June 18\, join us to celebrate Black Music Month on the green with headlining band Black History. \n\n\n\nFrom work songs to spirituals\, from blues to hip-hop\, the African American musical tradition has long been rooted in resistance\, serving as both soundtrack and catalyst for movements demanding freedom and justice. \n\n\n\nAs the United States approaches its semiquincentennial\, we reflect not only on 250 years of the nation’s history\, but on more than 400 years of Black life\, creativity\, and triumph on these shores.  \n\n\n\nThe June edition of Gather on the Green features a powerful program that uplifts the voices\, rhythms\, and stories that have shaped generations of Black life and cultural expression. \n\n\n\nThe Black History band evokes the West African storytelling tradition in a unique musical narrative style coined “griot soul.” \n\n\n\nJoin us as we celebrate this enduring lyrical legacy and move together toward a more just and liberatory future.    \n\n\n\nGather on the Green is a free summer concert series at Concord Historic Site that takes place the third Thursday of each month.
URL:https://wellness.pgparks.com/event_list/gather-on-the-green-black-music-through-time
CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,All Ages,Black History,Free,Outdoor Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T114500
DTSTAMP:20260522T180514Z
CREATED:20260513T154339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T180514Z
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SUMMARY:Tuskegee Airmen Take to the Skies: Living History Tour
DESCRIPTION:Experience the thrill of being a World War II combat pilot and walk in the footsteps of the Tuskegee Airmen. Led by a military historian clad in World War II period attire\, discover the stories of the 992 Tuskegee Airmen who earned their “silver wings.” In the face of segregation and adversity\, the Tuskegee Airmen became pioneers in aviation\, destroying stereotypes and opening doors for future African American aviators. Explore the Tuskegee connections to the Civilian Pilots Training Program\, Columbia Air Center\, and their legacy in modern aviation. \n\n\n\nRegistration required. Includes museum admission.
URL:https://wellness.pgparks.com/event_list/tuskegee-airmen-take-to-the-skies-living-history-tour
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Black History,History,Tours
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