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Black History Holiday Lights Boat Tour

SAAACAM at La Villita 218 South Presa, San Antonio

Join us at 4:00pm on our back patio at 218 S. Presa for a delightful array of holiday refreshments prior to our boat's departure! After refreshments, our boat trip will begin in La Villita on the beautiful San Antonio River for a 90 minute cruise exploring San Antonio 's Black History and the holiday lights that adorn the Riverwalk. We will then travel north through the Museum Reach to the Pearl and back downtown to the Alamo, Convention Center and back to La Villita. You will be surprised at the continued African American influence in San Antonio. No professional video...

Kwanzaa Celebration Kujichagulia: SONGS OF DETERMINATION

The Witte Museum 3801 Broadway, San Antonio

Join SAAACAM (San Antonio African American Community Archive & Museum) at the Witte Museum for a Kwanzaa Celebration on Wed. Dec. 27th 4-6pm with special guests, The Haus of Glitter Dance Company! To celebrate Kujichagulia - to define ourselves, name ourselves, create for ourselves and speak for ourselves - we will inviting families to bring objects that represent your family's past, present, or future to share a story about you + your family. The Haus of Glitter will also be holding space for a song workshop to share musical heritage from the African Diaspora and their creative practice.  Space is...

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Black Reparations: A Discussion with William Darity and A. Kirsten Mullen

Texas Public Radio 321 W. Commerce Street, San Antonio

Join us in a lively discussion and Q&A session with nationally acclaimed authors William Darity and A. Kirsten Mullen as they discuss their latest book "The Black Reparations Project: A Handbook for Racial Justice". VIP tickets include an autographed copy of the book, an authors meet and greet, and VIP seating.

Black History Film Series January – Gaining Ground: The Fight For Black Land

The Little Carver 226 N. Hackberry, San Antonio

In just a few decades after the end of enslavement, Black Americans were able to amass millions of acres of farmland. Today, approximately 90% of that land is no longer in Black hands. Gaining Ground: The Fight for Black Land is a stirring documentary from Executive Producer Al Roker and Emmy-nominated Director Eternal Polk that explores the legacy of black farming in America, land use and loss, and how landowners are reclaiming their agricultural rights and creating paths to generational wealth. This screening is in partnership with Sustainable G's Inc. Immediately following the film, join us for the lively panel...

Black History Film Series February – How Does It Feel To Be A Problem?

The Little Carver 226 N. Hackberry, San Antonio

This film traces the phenomenon of othering in America, how marginalized groups of people are mistreated in a nation that allegedly cares about justice and equality. Immediately following the film, join us for the lively panel discussion.   ADMISSION IS FREE, BUT REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED!

Celebrating the Legacy of Excellence at IKEA

IKEA Live Oak is highlighting our Legacy of Excellence awards and the awardees the month of February.  Stop in the IKEA Restaurant to see the legacy of Dr. G.J. Starnes and Dr. Dianna Burns Banks, Mary Lillian Andrews and Tommy Calvert Sr., Hattie Briscoe and the Honorable Yolanda Huff, G.J. Sutton and Oliver Hill. On the weekends children can engage in hands-on-activities and storytelling.

Celebrating the Legacy of Excellence at IKEA

IKEA Live Oak is highlighting our Legacy of Excellence awards and the awardees the month of February.  Stop in the IKEA Restaurant to see the legacy of Dr. G.J. Starnes and Dr. Dianna Burns Banks, Mary Lillian Andrews and Tommy Calvert Sr., Hattie Briscoe and the Honorable Yolanda Huff, G.J. Sutton and Oliver Hill. On the weekends children can engage in hands-on-activities and storytelling.

Celebrating the Legacy of Excellence at IKEA

IKEA Live Oak is highlighting our Legacy of Excellence awards and the awardees the month of February.  Stop in the IKEA Restaurant to see the legacy of Dr. G.J. Starnes and Dr. Dianna Burns Banks, Mary Lillian Andrews and Tommy Calvert Sr., Hattie Briscoe and the Honorable Yolanda Huff, G.J. Sutton and Oliver Hill. On the weekends children can engage in hands-on-activities and storytelling.

Celebrating the Legacy of Excellence at IKEA

IKEA Live Oak is highlighting our Legacy of Excellence awards and the awardees the month of February.  Stop in the IKEA Restaurant to see the legacy of Dr. G.J. Starnes and Dr. Dianna Burns Banks, Mary Lillian Andrews and Tommy Calvert Sr., Hattie Briscoe and the Honorable Yolanda Huff, G.J. Sutton and Oliver Hill. On the weekends children can engage in hands-on-activities and storytelling.

Life After Emancipation in the San Antonio Region

Historical Society of Helotes Gardens of Old Town Heltes, 15060 Antonio Drive, Helotes

Photo: Women laundress at the San Antonio River, circa 1870 courtesy of the Institute of Texan Cultures The Historical Society of Helotes presents our historian, Cristal Mendez for a presentation exploring African Americans in San Antonio and surrounding rural areas in the years immediately following emancipation. Formerly enslaved individuals found that freedom came with new challenges involving unfair city ordinances that kept them from advancing. Still, there were opportunities for civic leaders, entrepreneurs, and communities to flourish. Learn how their legacies have left a lasting impact on San Antonio.

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