Black History Month

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This February we honor National Black History Month and the theme of “A Century of Black History Commemorations.”

Understanding the 2026 Theme

A Century of Black History Commemorations, Black History Month poster, containing prominent lighthouse, woman speaking at podium, and woman with quilt

"2026 marks a century of national commemorations of Black history. Dr. Carter Godwin Woodson, George Cleveland Hall, William B. Hartgrove, Jesse E. Moorland, Alexander L. Jackson, and James E. Stamps institutionalized the teaching, study, dissemination, and commemoration of Black history when they founded the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History (ASNLH) on September 9, 1915."

- ASNLH, Black History Themes

Honoring and Celebrating at RIC

Rhode Island College is hosting a number of events and opportunities to honor Black History Month. We hope you'll participate, learn, celebrate, and enjoy with us! These events are a chance for students to connect, learn, and celebrate Black history and culture together. Whether you come to one event or many, there’s something for everyone.

Make Sure to Attend!

Galentine’s Night

Join us for a night of creativity and beauty - including a press-on nails workshop, vision board party, and time with a RIC Career and Life Design specialist!

ZUZU African Acrobats

The Unity Center presents ZUZU African Acrobats, live from East Africa. Free fun for the whole family in honor of Black History Month! The Zuzu African Acrobats perform traditional African acrobatic skills set to high energy beats.

Double Dutch with Us

Join the Unity Center and the Center for Scholar Development and learn the basics of double dutch and the history of double dutch in the Black community!

Open Mic Night - Black History Month Edition

Celebrate Black History Month by joining the Center for Scholar Development and the Unity Center for open mic night!

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  • Beestro Café
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Questions?

The Unity Center

The Unity Center serves as a brave space on campus for all students to engage in meaningful and critical conversations that challenge systems of oppression.