Event Description

Join storyteller Michelle Washington Wilson to learn about the Great Migration of African Americans in the 20th century.

Explore the journey from rural communities in the South to northern and western cities.

Discover how the migration sparked cultural movements like the Harlem Renaissance and the Civil Rights Movement.

Learn about food traditions from the era, including recipes for the foods carried along the way due to segregation.

NJ Proudly Celebrates
Black History Month

Black History Month is an annual observance in February that celebrates the achievements and contributions of African Americans to American history, culture, and society. Established in 1926 by historian Carter G. Woodson; Black History Month reflects on the struggles, highlights the triumphs, and provides inspiration to future generations.