# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Special Exhibit: Celebrating 100 Years of Black History Month
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 19 Jun, 2026 at 10:00 am – Fri, 10 Jul, 2026 at 10:00 am
- **Event Description**: This special exhibit explores how African American history has been remembered, preserved and shared over the past century – and why that work matters now more than ever.

Visitors will discover the origins of Black History Month alongside a broader look at how communities honor the past through meaningful places, traditions and cultural events, from Hampton University’s Emancipation Oak to Juneteenth, the Umoja Festival and more.

At a time when Black history faces renewed challenges, this exhibit affirms Portsmouth’s commitment to preserving, sharing and amplifying Black voices – recognizing Black history as a vital and living part of the American story.

Plan your visit: https://www.blkhistorynow.com/museum-exhibit/
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/special-exhibit-celebrating-100-years-of-black-history-month/200030239515017
- **Event Categories**: Festivals
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Portsmouth
- **state**: VA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 904 Elm Avenue, Portsmouth, VA, United States, Virginia 23704
- **lat**: 36.8318
- **long**: -76.31311
- **full address**: 904 Elm Avenue, Portsmouth, VA, United States, Virginia 23704

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Special Exhibit: Celebrating 100 Years of Black History Month
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Special Exhibit: Celebrating 100 Years of Black History Month being held?
  - **A:** Special Exhibit: Celebrating 100 Years of Black History Month takes place on Fri, 19 Jun, 2026 at 10:00 am to Fri, 10 Jul, 2026 at 10:00 am at 904 Elm Avenue, Portsmouth, VA, United States, Virginia 23704.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Special Exhibit: Celebrating 100 Years of Black History Month?
  - **A:** Special Exhibit: Celebrating 100 Years of Black History Month is organized by Portsmouth Colored Community Library Museum.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Special Exhibit: Celebrating 100 Years of Black History Month is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Portsmouth, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Special Exhibit: Celebrating 100 Years of Black History Month sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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