13 Black History Events & Activities For Kids That Celebrate & Educate in February & Beyond

February 23, 2021

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These 13 Black History Month events & activities are the perfect way to engage, learn and grow as a family....and we've got events that even the youngest of your fam can participate in!

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1. FunikiJam Celebrates Black Musicians

Weekly on Wednesday , Friday
Friday, February 19 - Wednesday, February 24

FunikiJam Music

ON ZOOM

Dance. Sing. Play. Repeat. This special edition show from FunikiJam features Zydeco music, a spicy blend of Afro Caribbean Rhythms,...... MORE »

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2. Celebrate Black Lives: The BIG Idea!

Friday, February 19

Camp Stores

ON WEBSITE

Inventor Thomas' time machine is broken! And he needs your kid's help! This adventure will encourage CAMPers to think big...... MORE »

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3. Author Event: "Little Leaders"

Saturday, February 20

Sam's Club

ON ZOOM

Wonder, inspiration, and truth...just a bit of what you can expect from the historical stories of trailblazing Black, Indigenous, and...... MORE »

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4. Drumming Up Love

Saturday, February 20 - Sunday, February 21

National Liberty Museum

ON WEBSITE

Join Positive Movement for a music-making program about love, unity, and diversity. The Group's founder and director Tony Royster, aka...... MORE »

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5. National Underground Railroad Freedom Center

Virtual Tour & Activities, Ongoing

ON WEBSITE

The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center is focused on the history of the Underground Railroad and pays tribute to all...... MORE »

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6. Beyond Wakanda: Black Superheroes

Sunday, February 21

National Liberty Museum

ON ZOOM

Calling all superheroes! In this family-friendly workshop, kids will celebrate inclusion and representation in comics with a star-studded line-up of...... MORE »

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7. Black History Family Game Night

Weekly on Sunday
Sunday, February 21 - Sunday, February 28

Melaneyes Media

ON ZOOM

Get the family together on Sunday nights in February for Black History Game Night! You'll play games focused on Black...... MORE »

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8. Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture

Online Activities & Events, Ongoing

ON WEBSITE

The Smithsonian National Museum of African American History's dedicated team of early childhood educators has designed design fun, age-appropriate experiences...... MORE »

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9. Black History Basics with Nareissa Smith

Wednesday, February 24

Varsity Tutors

ON ZOOM

During this free, all-ages class, kids will examine the Civil Rights movement, including but certainly not limited to the contributions...... MORE »

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10. Preserving and Persevering Concert

Thursday, February 25

Chicago Children's Choir

ON FACEBOOK & YOUTUBE

Chicago Children's Choir is proud to bring their annual Black History Month concert to the digital stage! Black History Month Virtual...... MORE »

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11. Celebrate Black Lives: Art is MAGIC!

Friday, February 26

Camp Stores

ON WEBSITE

Oh no! Counselor Nora has shrunk to the size of a peanut! She's hiding in some of the world's most...... MORE »

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12. African-American Festival

Saturday, February 27

Aquarium of the Pacific

ON WEBSITE

This free virtual event will feature African and African-American music, dance, storytelling, and historical displays. Festival performances will include Mardi...... MORE »

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13. Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History

Youth Speak Virtual Stage: Fridays 1PM

ON WEBSITE

This virtual program offers kids ages 8-18 the opportunity to express their thoughts, ideas, and feelings on history, justice, equality,...... MORE »

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