Monday, February 3, 2025
By Zoe Howard-Barr
There are plenty of options for things to do to honor Black History Month this February from visiting museum exhibits to seeing comedy shows and taking in film festivals.
Visit “In Slavery’s Wake: Making Black Freedom in the World”
The National Museum of African American History and Culture, through June 8
The exhibit explores the freedom-making practices of Black communities across the globe, examining the legacies of slavery and colonialism. Through a combination of history and art, it challenges our understanding of these histories today. The exhibit is open during museum hours from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Experience “Bold & Beautiful After Dark”
The Anacostia Community Museum, Feb. 6, 7-10 p.m.
See the Anacostia Community Museum’s first After Dark installment of 2025 called “A Bold and Beautiful Vision: A Century of Black Art Education in Washington D.C., 1900-2000.” Celebrate D.C.’s Black artistry while enjoying live music by Jerome Baker III, s’mores and a chocolate fountain from A Chocolate Chick Company, and having a custom poem crafted for you by talented poets on vintage typewriters.
Relax at “Cheers and Beers: Black Brewers Tasting Party”
Metrobar, Feb. 8, 2-5 p.m.
Join Metrobar, Black Brew Movement, and D.C. Beer for a beer-tasting celebration featuring brews from Black brewers of the DMV. Enjoy a dozen unique beers and discussions with the brewers. Two time slots are available: 2:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. at Metrobar’s heated railcar lounge. Get a commemorative Black Brew Movement tasting glass too. A portion of the event proceeds support Black Brew Movement.
Laugh with “Young, Black and Funny” Starring Jasmine Burton and Benny Nwokeabia
Miracle Theatre, Feb. 8, 8 p.m.
Celebrate Black excellence with a comedy show at Miracle Theatre. The event will feature locally-based comedians Jasmine Burton and Benny Nwokeabia.
See the D.C. Black History Film Festival
Lincoln Theatre, Feb. 28, 5 p.m.-11:30 p.m.
The ninth-annual Black History Film Festival at the Lincoln Theater will be February 28th. There will be 11 carefully selected films and impactful stories showcasing the diverse stories of the Black community. There will be the opportunity to honor and explore the important contributions of Black individuals throughout history.