As the host organization, we at World Stage Theatre,
are grateful for our sponsors and partners in this important work.
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"Those who have no record of what their forbears have accomplished lose the inspiration which comes from the teaching of biography and history."
~ Carter G. Woodson
EVENT SCHEDULE
Black History Scavenger Hunt Kick-Off Event
Like most Oregonians, we enjoy playing games. Join Portland's largest escape room and find out just how well you know this city's Black History.
Black History Scavenger Hunt
Like most Oregonians, we enjoy playing games. Join Portland's largest escape room and find out just how well you know this city's Black History.
Youth Curated Black History Museum
See the work of local area high school students displayed at various Multnomah County Libraries and festival events.
4 Tha Culture Adult Skate Party
NWSU is partnering with the Black History Festival NW to provide an adult skate event in honor of Black History Month! ALL ethnicities, races, nationalities, genders, identities and orientations are welcome. Remember, Black history IS American history! ♥ This event is for skaters, non-skaters, spectators and those who wanna come out to a dope environment with great music and great fun!18+ | Food Incl. | Skate Rental Incl. | Fun Mandatory!
Heart & Soul at Solae's
"Music speaks what cannot be expressed, soothes the mind and gives it rest, heals the heart and makes it whole, flows from heaven to the soul." Come experience the music.
Gospel Roots Sunday
Worshipping together on Sunday morning
WIACM Teaser
Join us at the Beaverton Library, on Feb 5th, at 7 pm for a special sneak peek at the upcoming WHO I AM CELEBRATING ME performance.
Black History Scavenger Hunt
Like most Oregonians, we enjoy playing games. Join Portland's largest escape room and find out just how well you know this city's Black History.
Youth Curated Black History Museum
See the work of local area high school students displayed at various Multnomah County Libraries and festival events.
Black Parent Initiative Book Fair
Join BPI for FREE food, fun, and celebration of cultural literacy with local Black authors.
Who I Am Celebrating Me
a community of youth and adult artists exploring history through theater. From soul-encompassing singing and dancing to heartfelt poetry and prose, the production highlights a montage of African-American figures and movements of past and present.
Black History Scavenger Hunt
Like most Oregonians, we enjoy playing games. Join Portland's largest escape room and find out just how well you know this city's Black History.
Youth Curated Black History Museum
See the work of local area high school students displayed at various Multnomah County Libraries and festival events.
Black Panther Movie Night
Blackout Black Panther Movie Night, Friday, February 16, 2018 at 10pm. Yes, you read right! And, we're giving away free tickets to the first 25 people to like our FB page, follow us on Instagram @bhfpdx and Twitter @bhfpdx. If you've already liked our page, invite a friend.
How Well Do You Know Your Black History Game Show
Come support high school BSU teams as they compete for a grand prize of $500 This is event is free but if you can, please bring non-perishable or gently worn items to go towards high school clothes closets and care packages for college students.
Black History Scavenger Hunt
Like most Oregonians, we enjoy playing games. Join Portland's largest escape room and find out just how well you know this city's Black History.
Youth Curated Black History Museum
See the work of local area high school students displayed at various Multnomah County Libraries and festival events.
Unity Gala & Marketplace Featuring Jemele Hill
Join with World Stage Theatre as we welcome Jemele Hill to Portland for our first Unity Gala. Also, see some of the best vendors and organizations in the Community Marketplace.