Author, historian, and professor, Dr. Richard Bell, will discuss his book, The American Revolution and the Fate of the World which offers a fresh look at the impact of the American Revolution by focusing on disenfranchised people...
Visitors learn about African American women inventors and their contributions, including Sarah Goode, inventor of the cabinet-bed (pre-cursor to the Murphy bed) and Ellen Eglin, the Maryland woman who revolutionized housework with the invention of the clothes wringer.
Join us for a curated evening featuring familiar foods that support well-being, a discussion on the roles of culinary and diasporic herbs as both flavor and function, and a hands-on herbal mocktail workshop.
The HBCU Yard Crawl is designed for you AGES 14-18 and offers an exciting opportunity to explore the legacy, culture, and traditions of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
In this book lecture you will discover the extraordinary journey of Elizabeth, once enslaved by the Townsend Family of Oyster Bay, NY. Follow her escape with British forces, her heartbreaking re-enslavement in Manhattan and Charleston, and her...
In recognition of the contributions that Black veterans have made in defense of this country, visit Surratt Historic Site & Museum on April 18 for a hands-on, interactive, living history day.
Ticket Price: Free, registration is recommended but not required
This riveting, narrated recital takes audience members back to America’s colonial period to explore the music, instruments, voices, and lives of enslaved Africans and forgotten patriots. The music will include period instruments, traditional folk songs, patriotic selections,...
As part of the Black Birders Week series celebrating and uplifting Black birders, naturalists, and outdoor enthusiasts, participants will join a park naturalist for a discussion on the history and significance of the movement.
Experience the thrill of being a combat pilot and walk in the footsteps of those who flew from 1909 to 1970. This tour is led by a military historian clad in authentic, Vietnam War-era flight gear.
Ticket Price: $10/adult, $5 children/students with ID Non-Resident: $13/adult, $7 child/student with ID
This lecture explores the often-overlooked contributions of African American soldiers in the Continental Army and reframes the narrative of the Revolutionary War by emphasizing the courage, sacrifice, and significance of African American citizen-soldiers in shaping America’s first...
Celebrate Black Music Month this June at Concord Historic Site! On June 18, join us to celebrate Black Music Month on the green with headlining band Black History.