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Join Dallas’ Black History Month festivities this February

Crowd of people celebrating Black History Month in Dallas.

Crowd of people celebrating Black History Month in Dallas. (Photo courtesy of Dallas County District Attorney's Office/Flickr).

By Good Info News Wire

February 4, 2025

Dallas rolls out free Black History Month events celebrating African American culture through exhibits, performances, and education.

Dallas is set to commemorate Black History Month 2025 with an expansive lineup of cultural celebrations, educational programs, and artistic exhibitions throughout February. From historical house tours to live performances and interactive workshops, the city has organized dozens of free events that showcase the rich heritage and lasting contributions of African Americans.

Cultural exhibitions and performances

The Oak Cliff Cultural Center will host “ORACLE,” a digital collage exhibition by artist Danielle Ellis running through February 22. The work explores African diasporic history and spirituality through a unique oracle deck that has been developed since 2020. Simultaneously, the South Dallas Cultural Center presents “Kindred” by Demarcus McGaughey, a mixed media exhibition examining Black American ancestry and family heritage.

Music and performance enthusiasts can enjoy The Bandan Koro Experience, featuring energetic African drumming, dance, and songs at multiple library locations. The North Oak Cliff Branch Library hosts a performance on February 6, while the Grauwyler Park Branch Library presentation takes place on February 15.

A mural painted on the side of a building in Dallas.

A mural painted on the side of a building in Dallas. (Mural in the Bishop Arts District of Dallas, Texas. Picryl).

Educational programs and community events

The historic Juanita J. Craft Civil Rights House—one of only three house museums nationally honoring female civil rights leaders—offers guided tours throughout the month. The house preserves the legacy of Craft, who established 185 NAACP branches across Texas and fought for desegregation.

On February 1, the South Dallas Cultural Center screened “For They Endured,” a documentary by Kamica King chronicling Black women’s groundbreaking work in music therapy before and during the civil rights movement.

Family-friendly celebrations

The Dallas Museum of Art kicked off the month with a free two-day celebration on February 1 and 2, featuring activities for all ages. The Highland Hills Branch Library hosts a community event on February 15 with face painting, live performances, and crafts.

Food enthusiasts can attend the Dallas Black History Festival Food Festival at Lofty Spaces on February 15, which includes performances and a children’s zone. The month closes with various musical performances, including the South Dallas Concert Choir at the Kleberg-Rylie Branch Library on February 22.

This story was generated in part by AI and edited by The Courier Texas staff.

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