Documentary Screening: Paul Laurence Dunbar: Beyond the Mask
Black History Museum of Virginia 122 W. Leigh Street, Richmond, VADocumentary on the life and legacy of the first African American poet/writer to gain international fame. Filmmaker, Frederick Lewis, a professor at Ohio University, will be present to introduce the film and lead a post-screening discussion, joined by Lisa Edwards-Burrs, the voice of Mr. Dunbar's wife.
Forging Freedom, Justice, & Equality Exhibition
Black History Museum of Virginia 122 W. Leigh Street, Richmond, VAA special 40th anniversary exhibition, from BHMVA’s first four decades. The exhibition will explore six vital themes of Black history in culture across the Commonwealth. Wednesday - Saturday, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
The Lives Between the Lines Documentary
Black History Museum of Virginia 122 W. Leigh Street, Richmond, VAAn intimate, powerful film that documents the inspiration for and construction of the Memorial to Enslaved Laborers at the University of Virginia. The Memorial acknowledges the work and individual lives of the enslaved African Americans who built UVA.
Soul Santa
Black History Museum of Virginia 122 W. Leigh Street, Richmond, VAChildren can take a picture with Soul Santa as well as listen to a Christmas story and participate in crafts. Registration is required.
Soul Santa
Black History Museum of Virginia 122 W. Leigh Street, Richmond, VAChildren can take a picture with Soul Santa as well as listen to a Christmas story and participate in crafts. Registration is required.
RVA Table Talk: Race in Richmond
Black History Museum of Virginia 122 W. Leigh Street, Richmond, VABHMVA, in partnership with Virginia Center for Inclusive Communities (VCIC) will host RVA Table Talk. Facilitated small group discussions will first focus on understanding the needs and ways in which we've adapted and grown since 2020.
An Evening with Michael Paul Williams
Black History Museum of Virginia 122 W. Leigh Street, Richmond, VAA special program featuring the Richmond, VA native. In 2021, Williams was awarded the Pulitzer Prize for his historically insightful columns that guided Richmond through the painful and complicated process of dismantling the city’s monuments to white supremacy.
Step Afrika! Conversation
Black History Museum of Virginia 122 W. Leigh Street, Richmond, VAJoin BHMVA, in partnership with Modlin Center for a conversation with Step Afrika! on the history of stepping, community development, and African American identity through movement. Program will include presentations by C. Brian Williams, Step Afrika! Founder, about the tradition of stepping, hands -on demonstration, and local stepping groups.
RVA Community Makers
Black History Museum of Virginia 122 W. Leigh Street, Richmond, VAThis captivating public art display, presented by artist Hamilton Glass and VMFA, features artwork in larger-than-life light boxes. Honorees are African American leaders in the region selected for their influence, impact, and inspirational stories.
