Black History Month events take place Friday-Sunday, February 17-19, including the Black History Month Family Day at Memorial Art Gallery (pictured). PHOTO COURTESY GARY GRAHAM
There are many events going on to celebrate Black History Month in Rochester. Here are just a few to get you started:
The School of the Arts Choir will perform "Gospel Friday" in the City Hall Atrium (30 Church St.) on Friday, February 17. Presented by the City of Rochester's Black Heritage Committee, the performance will begin at noon. Admission is free. For more information, visit cityofrochester.gov.
On Saturday, February 18, AKOMA and Voices of Thunder will perform a "Heritage Gospel" concert at the Mt. Olivet Baptist Church (141 Adams St.). This event is free and will start at 6 p.m. For more information, visit akoma.org.
Wrapping up the weekend, the annual Black History Month Family Day will be held on Sunday, February 19, at the Memorial Art Gallery (500 University Ave.). Featuring arts and crafts, storytelling, music, and dance, this event is suitable for all ages. The celebration will run from noon-5 p.m. Admission is free. For more information, visit mag.rochester.edu.
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