Photo caption: The Copper Route, by feature artist Tarcila Neves, and part of the Roots of Resilience Collection at the Richmond Cultural Centre.

The City of Richmond is again celebrating and honouring Black History Month in February with events and activities that pay tribute to the legacy and rich cultural heritage of the Black community in Canada.

Richmond residents and visitors will have the opportunity to engage in discussions, immersive exhibits and vibrant performances that highlight the significant achievements and resilience of Black individuals throughout history.

This month-long celebration fosters inclusivity, diversity and a deeper appreciation for the many stories that shaped our shared history.

This year’s events and activities include:

Richmond Cultural Centre

• Exhibition: Tarcila Neves: Roots of Resilience Collection
  January 31–February 28
  Opening Reception: Saturday, February 1, 1:00–3:00pm 

• Children’s Arts Festival: Creature of Nature: A Collaborative Sculpture Project Imagination Station with Tarcila Neves and Nickie Lewis
  Monday, February 17, 10:30am–4:30pm

Richmond Art Gallery

• Artist Salon: Tarcila Neves on Digital Tools for Accessibility
  Wednesday, February 26, 7:00–8:30pm

Library programs and activities – Brighouse Branch

• Family Trivia Challenge (all library locations)
  February 1–28

• Canada Post Stamp Showcase
  Sunday, February 9, 11:00am–Noon

• Reflections on the 30th Anniversary of Black History Month - Panel Discussion
  Sunday, February 9, Noon–1:00pm

• Music with Checo Tohomaso
  Sunday, February 9, 1:00–2:00pm

• Author Talk with Ruby Díaz: Searching for Serafim
  Sunday, February 9, 2:00–3:00pm

• Film Club Black History Month: Till
  Tuesday, February 25, 6:00–8:00pm

For full details, visit richmond.ca/BlackHistoryMonth.