February is Black History Month, a time to celebrate the achievements, experiences, and excellence of Black Texans like Beyonce, Karamo Brown, Juanita Craft, Jalen Hurts, Mickey Leland, Eddie Bernice Johnson, and Barbara Jordan. This year’s theme is Black Resistance exploring how African Americans have resisted historic and ongoing oppression.
With the Texas Legislature back in session, Black lawmakers and their allies are fighting for racial justice, including bills to improve Black women’s maternal health outcomes (Rep. Senfronia Thompson), limit how and when no-knock warrants may be issued and conducted (Sen. Royce West), and abolish Texas’ nonsense “Confederate Heroes Day” state holiday (Rep. Jarvis Johnson). You can—and should—follow the Texas Legislative Black Caucus and their members on your favorite socials.
Progress Texas has compiled a list of events in Texas celebrating Black History Month, including art exhibitions, film screenings, read-ins, and more.
Statewide Austin
February 10, 19 & 25 Cook with notable Black chefs at Central Market’s Be the Change Campaign
January 29 - February 5 Get tickets to the Virtual Denton Black Film Festival
Austin
February 4 - Discover the perspectives of Black tech professionals working towards inclusion in a panel discussion at Central Library. Be sure to catch the accompanying immersive photo exhibit on display until February 21.
February 7 & 8 - Watch a live taping of Blackademics Television
February 10 - Attend a special performance by the Dance Theatre of Harlem
February 11 - Learn about the 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival at a screening of Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson’s film “Summer of Soul”
February 17 - Dialogue for Peace and Progress with community members and City of Kyle leaders
February 25 - Bring your family to the George Washington Carver Museum for their BHM Kids’ Day
All month long - Check out events at Austin Community College campuses
Dallas
February 6 – Learn the basics of African American genealogy
February 10, 17 & 24 - Celebrate literacy and literature at three Dallas Independent School District's read-in events
February 18 - Watch and learn as middle and high school teams showcase their knowledge of Black history for trophies and prizes
February 24 - Learn tips and tricks to make your natural hair healthier
February 25 - Register to enter and win or taste test your way through the diverse soul food cuisine at the Taste of Soul Food Cook-Off
All month long - Visit exhibits at the African American Museum of Dallas
All month long - Visit the History of African American Churches in Dallas exhibit
Houston
February 3-5 - Watch films by Black women at the Museum of Fine Arts Houston
Every Saturday in February - Support local Black entrepreneurs and artists at Avenida Houston’s outdoor market
All month long - Hear from Black authors and leaders at the African American Research History Center
All month long - Participate in an African American Read-In with the Houston Public Library
All month long - Visit the Children’s Museum Houston and check out their BHM programming
San Antonio
February 3 - A portion of your ticket to see the Spurs take on the 76ers will support the UTSA Black student org of your choice
February 18 - Tour San Antonio’s Eastside by bus, visiting the most historic African American landmarks and locations
February 23 - Attend the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Annual Lecture focused on current issues including inequalities in education, the justice system and the economy
Fort Worth
February 3 - 26 Journey through space and time with tickets to Moon Walk Man at the Jubilee Theater
February 16 - Dispel myths and learn African American History facts at Black History 101 at The Dock Bookshop
February 18 - Embrace cowboy and cowgirl culture with the whole family at the Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo
Other Texas Cities
February 25 - Get your 1920s glitz and glam on at the 10th Annual Harlem Renaissance Gala Extravaganza in Frisco
February 3-28 - View emerging and established artists from McKinney and Collin County
Know of an event we should add? Email kathleen@progresstexas.org with your suggestions.
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