Black History Month

You are invited to celebrate Black History Month with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Multi-Agency Black History Committee. The national theme for Black History Month 2021 is The Black Family: Representation, Identity, and Diversity, which emphasizes that the family offers a rich tapestry of images for exploring the African American family, past and present.

Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2021

Pre-program begins at 11:45 a.m.

Program begins at 12 Noon

The event will consist of a Keynote speaker, entertainment, slide show, and an awards ceremony announcing the winners of the Writing Contest. The event is meant to impart a message of education and encouragement, designed to stimulate discussion and bridge cultures in furtherance of the national theme.

Video 

Video of the Black History Month Celebration - Link to the video of the virtual 2021 Celebration Event on February 16, 2021. 

Program & Proclamation

Black History Month Celebration Program - Program for the 2021 Celebration Event on February 16, 2021.

Black History Month 2021 Proclamation - Gov. Tom Wolf's proclamation.

Flavors Guide

Celebration of Flavors Guide - To celebrate Black History Month, please consider dining at any of these Black-owned businesses in the Commonwealth serving selections of African, Island, BBQ and southern cuisines.

Fill out the form below if you would like to attend Microsoft Teams meeting. Hope to see you there!

By submitting your registration, you permit the Multi-Agency Black History Committee to send you the registration link and other information related to the program.