February is Black History Month, a time to celebrate, remember, and be inspired!
Join Gwinnett County Public Library as we honor the legacy and enduring contributions of African Americans throughout our nation’s history. Black History Month invites us to reflect on stories of resilience and change that have shaped the world we live in today.
Why February? It was chosen because it marks the birthdays of two key figures in American history—Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass. While the celebration began as a week-long event, it has since evolved into a month-long observance, which has been recognized annually since 1976. To mark this important occasion, we’re excited to showcase a range of programs that highlight the influence of Black Americans on our culture and history.
Week 1: February 1 - February 7
Community | Abayomi Doll Making Workshop –
Wednesday, February 4, at 3 PM at the Mountain Park Branch
Week 2: February 8 - February 14
Culture | Black History STEM Family Storytime with Children’s Author Patrice McLaurin –
Tuesday, February 10, at 5 PM at the Dacula Branch
Culture | Norcross Connect – Celebrating Black History –
Wednesday, February 11, at 11 AM at the Norcross Branch
Community | Black Trailblazers – Celebrating Black History Month –
Thursday, February 12, at 1 PM at the Dacula Branch
Community | The Rhythm of History – Black History Month Program –
Thursday, February 12, at 6 PM at the Snellville Branch
Week 3: February 15 - February 21
Culture | Honoring Black Voices: Match Me – Black Legacy –
Tuesday, February 17, at 5 PM at the Centerville Branch
Week 4: February 22 - February 28
Community | Black History Month Quiz Bowl – For Grades 6-12 –
Sunday, February 22, at 2 PM at the Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch
Culture | Black History Month Trivia –
Monday, February 23, at 5 PM at the Dacula Branch
Culture | Honoring Black Voices: Black History Jeopardy –
Tuesday, February 24, at 5 PM at the Centerville Branch
Arts | Black History Hand Art –
Tuesday, February 24, at 5 PM at the Hamilton Mill Branch
