Black History Month events

February is a time reserved for the celebration of Black History Month, a month-long observance created by historian Carter G. Woodson and minister Jesse E. Moorland to honor and affirm the lives of Black people in the U.S. Every day, but especially during the month of February, we celebrate the achievements and contributions of Black people throughout U.S. history.

Despite centuries of injustice and adversity, Black people persist. This month, we choose to remember and honor the full lives of all Black people, including their brilliance, their joy, their beauty, their healing, and their wellness. Please check out some Black History Month events offered on campus and the surrounding Athens community:

Open House and Donuts with the Director: Institute for African American Studies

  • Date: Feb. 23
  • Time: 2 p.m.
  • Location: 314 Park Hall

This event is open to current and prospective students. Please contact Chera Jo Watts for more information.

Panel Discussion: African American Artists in Athens

  • Date: Feb. 23
  • Time: 7 p.m.
  • Location: Appleton Auditorium, Athens-Clarke County Library

A Georgian in Greece: Exploring the Life of John Wesley Gilbert (1863-1923)

  • Date: Feb. 24
  • Time: 3 p.m.
  • Location: Online (register today)
  • Facilitator: John W. I. Lee, professor, University of California, Santa Barbara

Athens-ASALH Black Health and Wellness Virtual Panel

  • Date: Feb. 24
  • Time: 7 p.m.
  • Location: Virtual

Visit the ASALH Facebook page or contact Freda Giles for more information.

Dance Concert to Celebrate History of Africa and the Diaspora

  • Date: Feb. 25-26
  • Time: 7:30 p.m. on Friday, 2:30 p.m. on Saturday
  • Location: New Dance Theatre, UGA Dance Department

Please contact Jason Aryeh for more information.

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