Art Opening, Panel Discussion Celebrate Black History

In celebration of Black History Month, the City’s Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities will host an art exhibit featuring the works of several local African-American artists. Titled Dark Waters,” the exhibit will open with a reception from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Friday, February 8 at the Spotlight Gallery located within the department’s Pine Camp Arts and Community Center at 4901

Department's Freedom Fest Starts Tonight!

Celebrate freedom as the City of Richmond recognizes the emancipation of enslaved Africans and celebrates African-American cultural life in the city today with a variety of events and programs through June 22. The schedule of events is as follows:  





FRIDAY, JUNE 15





Book Signing & Jazz Reception (Free)

5 – 8 p.m. at Elegba Folklore Society's Cultural Center, 101 East Broad Street,