Black History Month

Celebrate Black History Month in Pierce County & Beyond

Black History Month is a time to honor history, celebrate culture, and uplift Black voices through community events, arts, education, and shared experiences. Explore events happening throughout February across Pierce County and the South Sound.

4th Annual Black History Celebration – Black Night Market

Date: Saturday, February 7, 2026
Time: 2:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Location: Tacoma Armory
1001 South Yakima Ave, Tacoma, WA 98405
Learn More:
https://www.blacknightmarket.com/blackhistorymonthbnm

Black History Luncheon – Parks Tacoma

Date: Saturday, February 7, 2026
Time: 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Location: People’s Community Center
1602 Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Tacoma, WA 98405
RSVP & Learn More:
https://www.parkstacoma.gov/event/black-history/

The 100th Black History Month Commemoration & Celebration

Date: Sunday, February 15, 2026
Time: 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Location: Lakes High School – Performing Arts Center
10320 Farwest Drive SW, Lakewood, WA
Tickets & Details:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-100th-black-history-month-commemoration-and-celebration-tickets-1977319621215

BUILD Black History Month – 100th Year Anniversary Celebration

Date: Friday, February 20, 2026
Time: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Location: Washington State History Museum
1911 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402
Learn More:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-100th-black-history-month-commemoration-and-celebration-tickets-1977319621215

Regional Arts, Culture & History Events

Coloring Outside the Lines

Dates: February 8–22
Location: Northwest African American Museum
A month of art exhibits, cultural talks, and creative workshops celebrating the breadth of Black artistry.

Celebrating Black Voices Film Fest

Date: February 9
Location: Bainbridge Island Museum of Art
A one-day film festival showcasing classic and contemporary films by Black filmmakers.

We the People and the American Dream

Date: February 20
Location: Washington State History Museum
An evening of music and conversation highlighting the Civil Rights Movement and solidarity efforts from 1866–2025.

Home Front / War Front: Fly for Freedom

Date: February 6
Location: Museum of Flight
A multimedia performance centering Black women’s contributions to WWII aviation and the Double Victory campaign.

Right to Dream

Date: February 6
Location: MOHAI
A Living Voices performance exploring the Civil Rights Movement through the eyes of a Mississippi student.

Soul of Seattle

Date: February 8
Location: Block 41, Seattle
A culinary and cultural celebration of Black-owned food and drink businesses, with live music and an art auction.

Washington State History Museum – We the People Lecture Series

Then and Now: 1776 and 2026

Date: Thursday, February 19, 2026
Time: 5:00 pm
Cost: Free
Location: Washington State History Museum

Hosted by the Buffalo Soldiers Museum, this special program commemorates the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. The evening includes a tribute to Crispus Attucks, live music, complimentary food and beverages, and reflection on America’s ongoing journey toward freedom and unity.

Learn More:
https://www.washingtonhistory.org/event/then-and-now-1776-2026/


https://www.america250wa.org

Black Artists Exhibition – Tacoma Community College

Dates: February 1–29
Location: Tacoma Community College, Building 4

Featuring more than 20 South Sound artists, this exhibition highlights the diversity and abundance of Black artistic expression across painting, photography, drawing, glass art, and more.

Learn More:
https://www.tacomacc.edu/tcc-life/arts-culture/blackartists

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