SOUTHERN COLORADO — As we reflect on the past and look at how African Americans have contributed greatly to our nation’s history and whose stories have been pushed aside, neglected, and forgotten we wanted to highlight some ways you can participate in Black History Month and learn those stories. Black History Month was first recognized by U.S. President Gerald Ford in 1976. In his address to the nation President Ford said, “seize the opportunity to honor the too-often neglected accomplishments of Black Americans in every area of endeavor throughout our history.” We have compiled a list of events happening in Pueblo and Colorado Springs. Have an event we missed? Send us the details to digitalproducer@koaa.com.
Colorado Springs Events
Dive into the past with the Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum with the following events. Black History Guided Tours Saturdays, February 8, 15, and 22, 2025 at 11:00 a.m.RSVP RequiredBlack History Live: Harriet TubmanSat., February 8 from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.Performed by Becky Stone, Nationally Recognized Chautauquan ScholarPresented in partnership with Colorado Humanities. Admission is free, but registration is required.Story of Us Mobile: Black Entrepreneurs History Tour Take a self-guided tour to explore how Black entrepreneurs shaped Colorado Springs’ history.The City of Colorado Springs has plenty of different museums and local groups celebrating the shared history of African Americans in our community. The African-American Historical and Genealogical Society of Colorado SpringsLocated in Colorado Springs the AAHGSCS has a mission of ensure the stories of African American’s in the Pikes Peak Region are a integral part of the areas history. The group traces it’s roots to 1981 when the Negro Historical Association of Colorado Springs (NHACS) was founded. In order to visit the museum a digital check in is required. Learn more here.
Pueblo Events
In Pueblo the Pueblo City-County Library will be hosting events all month long. You can see them below. Early Literacy Book2Go: Shades of BlackRAWLINGS (MAIN BRANCH)Wednesday, Feb 5. 10:30am – 11:00amChildren 4 and under can take home a book for Black History Month. Shades of Black features photos of black children and poetic language celebrating being black. While supplies last.Harriet Tubman ChautauquaPCCLD @ PUEBLO COMMUNITY COLLEGEWednesday, Feb. 5. 6:00pm – 7:00pmCelebrate Black History Month and the significant contributions African Americans have made and continue to make. Cosponsored by Pueblo Community College. History Round TablePUEBLO WESTWednesday, Feb. 5. 6:30pm – 8:00pmFor all history fans, a different historical topic will be discussed each month. Black Patriots: Buffalo SoldiersMovie ScreeningGIODONE LIBRARYFriday, Feb. 5. 1:00pm – 3:00pmThe incredible story of the Nations’ first all Black peacetime regiments who fought to expand America’s presence in the West, protect the National Parks, and defend the U.S. on foreign soil.Adult StorytimeRAWLINGS (MAIN BRANCH)Tuesday, Feb, 11. 11:00am – 12:00pmWhen was the last time someone read to you? Come have a snack and hear a short story or two featuring Black authors.Race, Religion, and the MormonsPUEBLO WESTWednesday, Feb. 12. 6:00pm – 7:00pmLocal author Matthew Harris will discuss his recent book, Second Class Saints: Black Mormons and the Struggle for Racial Equality. Books will be available for purchase.___
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