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Black History Month

Join the Missouri Historical Society for a series of Black History Month events at the Missouri History Museum.

African American History Initiative (AAHI) programming is presented by Wells Fargo.

Thursday Nights at the Museum: History of Black Fashion | Thursday, February 1 | 5:00–8:00PM

Join us for a program celebrating historical and contemporary Black fashion in St. Louis. After a short presentation, curator Gwen Moore will interview master tailor Mr. Raymond Dennis and Dr. Merdean Fielding Gales, who was involved with the Ebony Fashion Fair and the world of Black models in St. Louis. We’ll close the evening with a panel of contemporary Black fashion insiders who will share their thoughts on what Black fashion means today. Moderated by Monique Levy, former CEO of the Saint Louis Fashion Fund, the panel will include fashion expert and brand advocate AK Brown; “Economy of Style” fashion influencer Psyche Southwell; and Timothy Moore, founder of the St. Louis Black Fashion Week.

Learn More: https://mohistory.org/events/history-of-black-fashion

The Tuskegee Airmen: History of African American Pilots in World War II | Tuesday, February 6 | 11am

The Tuskegee Airmen are famous throughout the world for their successes during World War II. Learn how these pilots—some of whom were from the St. Louis area—exemplified their worth and importance in battle as African American fliers and paved the way for future Black pilots and military personnel. This story will take flight in a presentation by St. Louis County Library’s Paul Steensland and Robert “C. J.” Hall.

Learn More: https://mohistory.org/events/tuskegee-airmen

Black Saint Louis With Calvin Riley | Tuesday, February 13 | 11am

Join author Calvin Riley for a talk about his new book, "Black Saint Louis." Riley, the founder and executive director of the George B. Vashon Museum, will share how he established the institution and built a collection that reflects the stories of St. Louis Black culture over the past 250 years. Located on St. Louis’s historic “Millionaires’ Row,” the George B. Vashon Museum holds more than 10,000 artifacts, including the newly added Julius B. Hunter Collection. "Black Saint Louis" explores the rich history of African Americans in St. Louis—from the city’s founding as a French fur-trading post to the Spanish colonial era to the new millennium—and tells the stories of extraordinary people who helped pave the way for the St. Louis we know today.

Learn More: https://mohistory.org/events/black-st-louis

Storytelling in the Museum: Black History Month—Black Traditions | Friday, February 16, and Tuesday, February 20 | 10:30am

Celebrate and honor Black History Month with stories about Black culture and traditions, such as soul food, family reunions, and more. American Sign Language interpretation will be provided by DEAF Inc. on Friday, February 16.

Learn More: https://mohistory.org/events/storytelling-february-02-16-2024

Black History: Shaping St. Louis | Thursday, February 22 | 5:00–8:00pm

In celebration of Black History Month, "5 On Your Side"’s Kelly Jackson and Brent Solomon will lead a conversation with Black St. Louisans who will share their perspectives and experiences. We will share footage from recent "5 On Your Side" stories, and some of the St. Louisans featured in each story will join us on stage. Topics of discussion will range from Black economic successes in the region to healthcare challenges to Black media to the complexities of the Black LGBTQIA+ community. Audience members will be invited to interact through a Q&A.

Learn More: https://mohistory.org/events/black-history-month-program

St. Louis African American History and Genealogy Society | Saturday, February 24 | 1–3pm | 5:30–8:00pm

Join the St. Louis African American History and Genealogy Society (STLAAHGS) and the Missouri Historical Society each month for a deep dive into researching your family’s history. Meetings include announcements, a presentation by an expert in the field of Black history and genealogy, and a question-and-answer session. Presentation themes in the past have included census records, keeping track of your research, organizing family trees, and digging into the archives. Meetings are open to the public and STLAAHGS members. No genealogical experience is necessary.

Learn More: https://mohistory.org/events/african-american-history-and-genealogy-02-24-2024

Thursday Nights at the Museum: Black History and the Disability Rights Movement | Thursday, February 29 | 5:30–8:00pm

Strongly influenced by the civil rights movement, the disability rights movement emerged in the late 20th century. Several Black leaders played critical roles in both movements, highlighting the intersectionality of Black and disabled identities and the ways both have been rendered invisible. Join us for a panel program to hear about the experiences of Black individuals with disabilities who have confronted both racism and ableism, as well as the contributions that Black people with disabilities have made to the disability rights movement. The program will conclude with a performance by guitarist and singer Deb Bush of the Angel Band Project. ASL interpretation will be provided.

Learn More: https://mohistory.org/events/black-history-and-disability-rights-2

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