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SUMMARY:Black History Month: History Maker Saturdays & Storytelling Sundays
DESCRIPTION:From 11 am–3 pm each Saturday in February\, meet Ona Judge or Margaret Woodby and learn about their fascinating lives and experiences as free and formerly-enslaved Black women in colonial Philadelphia. \nAnd on Storytelling Sunday\, hear true stories of the Black experience in Philadelphia history on Sundays in February from 11 am–3 pm. \nThese Black History Month programs at the Betsy Ross House are FREE.
URL:https://mainlineparent.com/event/black-history-month-history-maker-saturdays-storytelling-sundays-2/2026-02-14/
LOCATION:Betsy Ross House\, 239 Arch Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black History Month,Philadelphia Events
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SUMMARY:Black History Month DIY Crafts & Games: Build\, Play\, and Take Flight
DESCRIPTION:Bring your imagination and get ready for an afternoon of creativity and friendly competition at the FLY FOREVER FOBH DIY Crafts & Games event. Children are invited to explore the world of flight through hands-on activities that celebrate African-American innovators in aviation and aerospace design. \nEvent Highlights: \n\nCreate your own custom aircraft\, from paper gliders to mini model planes\nSTEM-inspired craft stations that encourage creativity and problem-solving\nThemed games and challenges where you can compete to win exciting prizes\nA fun\, welcoming environment perfect for children.\n\nLet your creativity soar and celebrate the joy of building\, experimenting\, and taking flight! Registration required (for all participating children).
URL:https://mainlineparent.com/event/black-history-month-diy-crafts-games-build-play-and-take-flight/
LOCATION:Upper Merion Library\, 175 W. Valley Forge Road\, King of Prussia\, PA\, 19406
CATEGORIES:At the Library,Black History Month,Family Event
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SUMMARY:Black History Month: History Maker Saturdays & Storytelling Sundays
DESCRIPTION:From 11 am–3 pm each Saturday in February\, meet Ona Judge or Margaret Woodby and learn about their fascinating lives and experiences as free and formerly-enslaved Black women in colonial Philadelphia. \nAnd on Storytelling Sunday\, hear true stories of the Black experience in Philadelphia history on Sundays in February from 11 am–3 pm. \nThese Black History Month programs at the Betsy Ross House are FREE.
URL:https://mainlineparent.com/event/black-history-month-history-maker-saturdays-storytelling-sundays-2/2026-02-15/
LOCATION:Betsy Ross House\, 239 Arch Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black History Month,Philadelphia Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260216T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260216T143000
DTSTAMP:20260423T183948
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SUMMARY:Crafternoon: Exploring the Art of Alma Thomas
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Black History Month by learning about African American artist\, Alma Thomas!  \n\nListen to a read aloud of Ablaze with Color: the Story of Painter Alma Thomas by Jeanne Walker Harvey. Then\, create your own artwork inspired by the art style of Alma Thomas! \nFor ages 5+ \nRequired Registration begins 2/9/26
URL:https://mainlineparent.com/event/easttown-library-movie-night-the-color-purple-2023/
LOCATION:West Chester Library\, 415 N. Church St.\, West Chester\, PA
CATEGORIES:At the Library,Black History Month,Chester County Events,Kid Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T190000
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SUMMARY:Black History Month Documentary Screening at Belmont Hills Library
DESCRIPTION:Join the Belmont Hills Library each Tuesday in February for a screening of four-part PBS documentary series Great Migrations: A People on the Move.  \n\nDirected by Julia Marchesi and Nailah Ife Sims\, this documentary “explores the transformative impact of Black migration on American culture and society. From the waves of Black Americans to the North — and back South — over the last century to the growing number of immigrants from Africa and the Caribbean today\, the film shows how movement is a defining feature of the Black experience.” \nNo registration is required for this program. Participants must be ages 14 and up.
URL:https://mainlineparent.com/event/anansi-the-spider-folktales/2026-02-17/
LOCATION:Belmont Hills Library\, 120 Mary Watersford Road\, Bala Cynwyd\, PA\, 19004
CATEGORIES:At the Library,Black History Month
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T110000
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SUMMARY:Black History STEM Workshop: Innovate\, Engineer\, Elevate
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Black History Month with an action-packed afternoon of hands-on science and tech exploration. The FOBH STEM Workshop invites students and curious creators to dive into engineering\, robotics\, and innovation inspired by African-American trailblazers who shaped aerospace and STEM fields. \nEvent Highlights: \n\nBuild a working robot alongside special guest “Stevie the Inventor\,” who will guide participants through fun\, accessible robotics concepts\nA collaborative environment perfect for learners.\n\nDiscover the power of curiosity and innovation as we celebrate the thinkers and creators who continue to lift our world to new heights. Registration required – suitable for ages 7 through 12.
URL:https://mainlineparent.com/event/black-history-stem-workshop-innovate-engineer-elevate/
LOCATION:Upper Merion Library\, 175 W. Valley Forge Road\, King of Prussia\, PA\, 19406
CATEGORIES:At the Library,Black History Month,Kid Event
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SUMMARY:Black History Month: History Maker Saturdays & Storytelling Sundays
DESCRIPTION:From 11 am–3 pm each Saturday in February\, meet Ona Judge or Margaret Woodby and learn about their fascinating lives and experiences as free and formerly-enslaved Black women in colonial Philadelphia. \nAnd on Storytelling Sunday\, hear true stories of the Black experience in Philadelphia history on Sundays in February from 11 am–3 pm. \nThese Black History Month programs at the Betsy Ross House are FREE.
URL:https://mainlineparent.com/event/black-history-month-history-maker-saturdays-storytelling-sundays-2/2026-02-21/
LOCATION:Betsy Ross House\, 239 Arch Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black History Month,Philadelphia Events
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SUMMARY:Black History STEM Fair: Innovate\, Engineer\, Elevate In-Person
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Black History Month with an action-packed afternoon of hands-on science and tech exploration at the FOBH STEM Fair. This event invites families\, students\, and curious creators to dive into engineering\, robotics\, and innovation inspired by African-American trailblazers who shaped aerospace and STEM fields. \nEvent Highlights: \n\nStudent STEM Showcase featuring creative projects\, experiments\, and inventions by local young scientists\nInteractive stations highlighting engineering\, coding\, flight science\, and problem-solving\nA collaborative environment perfect for learners of all ages\n\nDiscover the power of curiosity and innovation as we celebrate the thinkers and creators who continue to lift the world to new heights. Registration required. \nEvery attendee will receive a complimentary raffle ticket for a chance to win a Black history-themed basket\, filled with art\, history\, culture\, and music. The drawing will be held on Saturday\, February 28th at the end of Dr. Daisy Century’s presentation.
URL:https://mainlineparent.com/event/black-history-kids-crafts-and-activities/
LOCATION:Upper Merion Township Library\, 175 W Valley Forge Road\, King of Prussia\, PA\, 19406
CATEGORIES:At the Library,Black History Month
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T130000
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SUMMARY:Teen & Tween Artist Justin Lockley
DESCRIPTION:Artist Justin Lockley will be speaking to teens and tweens in honor of Black History Month.  He will talk about overcoming obstacles and his journey to his dream of being an artist.  Registration is required.
URL:https://mainlineparent.com/event/young-illustrators-ezra-jack-keats/
LOCATION:West Chester Library\, 415 N. Church St.\, West Chester\, PA
CATEGORIES:At the Library,Black History Month,Chester County Events
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SUMMARY:Ned Hector – Black Revolutionary War Hero
DESCRIPTION:Join the Haverford Township Free Library for an afternoon with historical interpreter\, Noah Lewis who presents the life and times of Edward “Ned” Hector\, a black soldier who fought in the American Revolution for the Continental Army for the cause of American Independence.  Ned Hector served as a teamster (a wagon driver) and a bombardier (part of an artillery crew) with the state militia called Proctor’s Third Pennsylvania Artillery\, which by the end of 1777 became the Fourth Continental Artillery.  The known battles he participated in are the Battle of Brandywine (September 11\, 1777) and Germantown (October 4\, 1777) \nNoah’s presentation is participatory and is suited for children (3rd grade and up)\, teens\, and adults.  No registration is required.
URL:https://mainlineparent.com/event/black-history-historical-interpretation-of-stagecoach-mary/
LOCATION:Haverford Township Free Library\, 1601 Darby Road\, Havertown\, PA\, 19083
CATEGORIES:At the Library,Black History Month,Delaware County Events
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SUMMARY:Black History Month: History Maker Saturdays & Storytelling Sundays
DESCRIPTION:From 11 am–3 pm each Saturday in February\, meet Ona Judge or Margaret Woodby and learn about their fascinating lives and experiences as free and formerly-enslaved Black women in colonial Philadelphia. \nAnd on Storytelling Sunday\, hear true stories of the Black experience in Philadelphia history on Sundays in February from 11 am–3 pm. \nThese Black History Month programs at the Betsy Ross House are FREE.
URL:https://mainlineparent.com/event/black-history-month-history-maker-saturdays-storytelling-sundays-2/2026-02-22/
LOCATION:Betsy Ross House\, 239 Arch Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black History Month,Philadelphia Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T170000
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SUMMARY:African American Inventors Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Invention Fun: Celebrating African-American Innovators! \nDid you know that many everyday items we use today were created by African-American inventors? Join an engaging program where kids will explore history through fun\, hands-on activities! \nThey’ll: \n\n\n\nCraft their own traffic lights\, inspired by Garrett Morgan.\nCreate tasty peanut butter treats in honor of George Washington Carver.\n\n\n\nThis program is perfect for curious kids who love to learn and create! \nRegister today to be part of this exciting celebration of Black history and innovation!
URL:https://mainlineparent.com/event/black-history-vendor-market/
LOCATION:Avon Grove Library\, 117 Rosehill Ave.\, West Grove\, PA\, 19390
CATEGORIES:At the Library,Black History Month,Family Event
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SUMMARY:Black History Month Documentary Screening at Belmont Hills Library
DESCRIPTION:Join the Belmont Hills Library each Tuesday in February for a screening of four-part PBS documentary series Great Migrations: A People on the Move.  \n\nDirected by Julia Marchesi and Nailah Ife Sims\, this documentary “explores the transformative impact of Black migration on American culture and society. From the waves of Black Americans to the North — and back South — over the last century to the growing number of immigrants from Africa and the Caribbean today\, the film shows how movement is a defining feature of the Black experience.” \nNo registration is required for this program. Participants must be ages 14 and up.
URL:https://mainlineparent.com/event/anansi-the-spider-folktales/2026-02-24/
LOCATION:Belmont Hills Library\, 120 Mary Watersford Road\, Bala Cynwyd\, PA\, 19004
CATEGORIES:At the Library,Black History Month
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T173000
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SUMMARY:Art Explorers: Black History Month
DESCRIPTION:Art Explorers: Join the Avon Grove Library for a fun-filled afternoon of art exploration! \nThis month\, celebrate Black History Month by learning about Faith Ringgold and her story quilts!
URL:https://mainlineparent.com/event/the-life-of-harriet-tubman-by-dr-daisy-century/
LOCATION:Avon Grove Library\, 117 Rosehill Ave.\, West Grove\, PA\, 19390
CATEGORIES:At the Library,Black History Month,Chester County Events,Free,Kid Event
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SUMMARY:Black History Month - The Marketplace: Celebrating Black Entrepreneurship
DESCRIPTION:Explore\, shop\, and support the vibrant creativity and talent within the local community at FOBH The Marketplace\, a cornerstone event of the FLY FOREVER series. This lively indoor market showcases a diverse selection of local Black-owned businesses\, offering everything from artisan goods to specialty services and delicious food. \nEvent Highlights: \n\nMeet and support local Black entrepreneurs\nDiscover unique handmade products\, baked goods\, art\, crafts\, and services\nEnjoy a welcoming community space that uplifts cultural expression and economic empowerment\nFamily-friendly atmosphere—come browse\, buy\, and celebrate community talent\n\nJoin and honor the entrepreneurial spirit that helps the community rise and thrive.
URL:https://mainlineparent.com/event/black-history-event-history-of-black-hollywood-by-professor-rel-dowdell/
LOCATION:Upper Merion Township Library\, 175 W Valley Forge Road\, King of Prussia\, PA\, 19406
CATEGORIES:At the Library,Black History Month,Family Event,Free
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SUMMARY:Black History Month: History Maker Saturdays & Storytelling Sundays
DESCRIPTION:From 11 am–3 pm each Saturday in February\, meet Ona Judge or Margaret Woodby and learn about their fascinating lives and experiences as free and formerly-enslaved Black women in colonial Philadelphia. \nAnd on Storytelling Sunday\, hear true stories of the Black experience in Philadelphia history on Sundays in February from 11 am–3 pm. \nThese Black History Month programs at the Betsy Ross House are FREE.
URL:https://mainlineparent.com/event/black-history-month-history-maker-saturdays-storytelling-sundays-2/2026-02-28/
LOCATION:Betsy Ross House\, 239 Arch Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black History Month,Philadelphia Events
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