Themed: A Century of Black History Commemorations” – the February 2026 celebration will begin with several events to mark the 100th anniversary of the first Negro History Week initiated in 1926 by Carter G Woodson.
The month-long observances will highlight a century of progress, resilience, and the ongoing fight to preserve Black History, according to the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH).
Feb. 2. The 1994 Spike Lee movie “Crooklyn” will show at the St. Agnes location, 444 Amsterdam Ave., (between West 81st and West 82nd streets) from 2:00 -4 p.m.
Other film screenings in February, include:
Cooley High (Michael Schultz, 1975), Feb. 9, 2 p.m.
Film screening: American Fiction (Cord Jefferson, 2023). Feb. 23, 2 p.m. Accessibility: Assistive Listening and ASL available.
Contact accessibility@nypl.org to request CART captioning or learn more about accessibility services.
The Harlem Chamber Players and the Leonard Davis Center for the Performing Arts present American Landscapes, the 18th Annual Black History Month concert, on Thursday, Feb. 5, at Aaron Davis Hall, 7–8:30 p.m.
The concert features living American composers, celebrating their impact on American classical music.
On Feb. 7, the Brooklyn Museum kicks off its 2026 First Saturdays on Feb. 7, turning the night into a vibrant celebration of art, music, and culture honoring Black History Month.
Titled “Trace/s: Family History Research and the Legacy of Slavery in Brooklyn,” the exhibit opened at the Center for Brooklyn History on Jan. 30. The exhibit is free to visit through Aug. 30 in the Brooklyn Library Center’s Fransioli Gallery.
The Rufus King Park at 150-03 Jamaica Ave., Jamaica, Queens, will launch 2026 with a special Black History Month event collaboration.
The Saturday, Feb. 7 event, supported by the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) and New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, will explore the impact of Black figures in American history and global revolutions.
Join us for reading circles, a learning library, and hands-on art projects inspired by Alma Thomas. The event takes place from 1–4 p.m.
Open to all ages, this gathering welcomes donations to help the organization continue offering free and low-cost programs. Suggested donation: $5.
An Abolition in Revolutionary Era Illustrated talk will be held on Feb. 8 at 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. at the Browne House, 37-01 Bowne St., Queens.
The talk examines anti-slavery efforts by the Browne family and other New York Quakers during the Revolutionary War era.
Attendees under 14 must be with a parent or legal guardian.
Amateur Night at the Apollo’s new season opens Feb. 22. Marking its 90th anniversary, the legendary show—founded in 1934 and known for launching stars such as Ella Fitzgerald, Michael Jackson and the Jackson 5, Gladys Knight, Luther Vandross, and Lauryn Hill—welcomes a new lineup of aspiring performers to its stage.
For tickets, log on to https://www.apollotheater.org.
Pangea returns for Black History Month with three innovative guest choreographers from NYC.
The annual Pangea Potluck in celebration of BHM brings together emerging Black choreographers from NYC to present their work and be in community with one another at a Sunday, Feb. 15 presentation. The performance will also feature five original Pangea works, choreographed by company artists.
The show runs 7:30 – 9 p.m. at Ailey Studio Theater, 405 W 55th St, New York.
For more information and tickets, log on to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pangea-potluck-a-celebration-of-black-history-month-tickets-1980613867394?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
The Brooklyn Children’s Museum will celebrate BHM with a week-long celebration of the African diaspora, from Feb. 19 to 27. The festival will feature interactive dance performances, storytelling, genealogy workshops, art making, food, and more. For tickets, visit https://www.brooklynkids.org.
A Taste of Africa Pop-up market will support local vendors and creators on Feb. 25. The marketplace will feature traditional African cuisine. Some favorites include Tings Jamaican Jerk Chicken in Chelsea Market, Massawa on the Upper West Side, and Caribbean and Latino cuisine in Midtown.
A snowy-day Black History Month Literacy event will be held on Feb. 7, from 11 a.m., at City Point BKLYN, 445 Albee Square West, Brooklyn. The free Black History Month family celebration by Brown Babies n’ Books will feature storytime, sensory play, music, and joyful Black literacy. All ages are invited.
The Marine Park Alliance, Brooklyn, will host a BHM Textile Arts Workshop on Feb. 17, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Carmine Carro Community Center, 3000 Fillmore Ave.
Interested persons are asked to register, as space is limited. Log on to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/black-history-month-textile-arts-workshop-tickets-1978432661348?aff=erellivmlt.
Storytime and Craft in honor of BHM will be hosted by the Browne House Historical Society on Feb. 21 at the Browne House, 37-01 Browne St., Queens. Workshop starts at 11 a.m.
Children must remain with an adult for the entire program.
Price: Free. Log on for more information https://www.eventbrite.com/e/storytime-craft-in-honor-of-black-history-month-tickets-1980578715253
