Black History Month
February is Black History Month. This year marks the 30th anniversary of this national recognition, with the theme “30 Years of Black History Month: Honouring Black Brilliance Across Generations — From Nation Builders to Tomorrow’s Visionaries.”
Throughout the month, the City of Richmond recognizes and celebrates the many contributions of Black Canadians. Their leadership, creativity, innovation and resilience continue to shape and strengthen our community and our country.
Learn more at BCBlackHistory.ca.
Richmond Cultural Centre
Richmond Black History Month Exhibition
Feb 20-Mar 26
Upper Rotunda Gallery, Richmond Cultural Centre, 7700 Minoru Gate
Mon-Fri, 9:00am-9:00pm; Sat & Sun, 10:00am-5:00pm
A collaboration of sound designer, poet and musician Todd Simmons and musician and multimedia artist Omar David Rivero, Obeah For the Un… is new single channel video work comprised of layered readings and shifting visuals that create a meditative space where resilience, identity, and collective experience are felt as echoes in both sound and light. The work is designed to envelop audiences, inviting viewers into a cycle of reflection that is haunting, immersive and deeply human.
The Children's Arts Festival celebrates Black History Month
Interactive Drums & Dance with Mdundo Arts
Location: Theatre Under the Stairs
Mon, Feb 16
2:15-3:00pm
3:30-4:15pm
Mdundo Arts is a vibrant, incorporated performance and educational arts company based in Canada, with deep roots in East Africa. Mdundo is a Swahili word meaning "rhythm." The company specializes in African traditional and contemporary dance forms, as well as diasporic styles such as jazz, house, and hip-hop — serving both beginners and professionals. Mdundo Arts’ work reflects the heartbeat of a people, where movement, rhythm and story converge. The members are dedicated to promoting cultural heritage and artistic excellence through powerful live performances, hands-on workshops and community-centred programs. By blending traditional rhythms with modern expressions, Mdundo Arts builds bridges between communities and generations.
More information: Children's Arts Festival
Richmond Public Library
Family Trivia Challenge
Feb 1-28
All Branches
Test your knowledge of important Black Canadians and historical events by participating in the Family Trivia Challenge. There will be trivia questions posted throughout the month at each library branch.
Answer the question correctly to enter the prize draw. Book prizes will be given away at the end of the month.
Info: Family Trivia Challenge
Film Club Black History Month: Green Book
Tue, Feb 3, 6:00-8:00pm
Brighouse Branch
In honour of Black History Month, Richmond Public Library's Film Club invites you to join us for a screening of the award wining film Green Book! This film is inspired by true events and explores the story of pianist Don Shirley and Shirley's driver and bodyguard Frank "Tony Lip" Vallelonga and their journey across the Deep South.
Info: Film Screening of Green Book