
Portsmouth Colored Community Library Museum
Explore how African American history has been remembered, honored and passed down across generations. Learn about the origins of Black History Month and discover meaningful sites, traditions and cultural events – from the Emancipation Oak and Decoration Day to Juneteenth and the Umoja Festival. Celebrating 100 Years of Black History Month examines how communities preserve the past, uplift Black voices and continue shaping the future through remembrance, resilience and cultural pride.
VISIT OUR CELEBRATING 100 YEARS OF BLACK HISTORY MONTH EXHIBIT AND EXPLORE HOW COMMUNITIES HAVE HONORED, PRESERVED, AND SHARED BLACK HISTORY ACROSS GENERATIONS.

The Origins of Black History Month

Emancipation Oak

Decoration Day

Memorial Day

Black Fraternities and Sororities

Truxtun

Community Building through Sports

Celebrating and Preserving Black Athletic Achievement

Umoja Festival

Juneteenth

Portsmouth Colored Community Library Museum
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