Black History Month in Huntsville - how to celebrate

buffalo soldier 729296615056a36 7292977a 5056 a36a 087e92c5a8407e4e — Celebrate Black History Month in Huntsville, honoring the rich history of African Americans in North Alabama. (Huntsville Vistors Guide)

February is Black History Month, a month dedicated to honoring, remembering and saluting the accomplishments and contributions of African Americans in the United States.

There are several opportunities and events to help you celebrate Black History Month right here in Huntsville, and here are some of our top picks:

52143708243 b3baf89a8b o cf542c14cc — The Civil Rights Landmark Tour is open all month long. (Huntsville.org)

Visit sites of landmark moments and monuments of the Civil Rights Movement that occurred in Huntsville. Sites include the first Alabama private school to integrate, locations of lunch counter sit-ins, discover the significance of the Buffalo Soldiers in Huntsville, and more!

Where: Multiple sites in Huntsville
When: Jan. – March
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Midwest Invitational Black Rodeo

72c03d4f09a23ca8 — The Midwest Invitational Black Rodeo is hosted by Alabama A&M. (Midwest Invitational Rodeo via Facebook)

To kick off the month, come see more than 100 African American rodeo athletes in celebration of Black History Month, This is a full scale professional rodeo, all the excitement of bull riding, tie down calf roping, ladies barrel racing, junior barrel races and junior breakaway ropers among other events!

Where: Alabama A&M Agribition, 4925 Moores Mill Rd.
When: Feb. 4, 1PM – 4PM
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Underground Railroad: Journey to Freedom

325383637 944884933589213 9002755266415181228 n — Celebrate Black History Month at this educational and fascinating presentation at Burritt on the Mountain. (Burritt on the Mountain via Facebook)

Come learn the history of the Underground Railroad, immerse yourself in the stories of some of the secret journeys, and hear how the stories themselves were passed on. Experience an interactive trip through the Historic Park at Burritt on the Mountain and you put yourself in the shoes of one of the brave individuals who resisted slavery.

Where: Burritt on the Mountain
When: Feb. 18, 10AM – 3:30PM
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2023 Black History Month Luncheon

326999939 849361393027879 5739941756208295811 n — John William Templeton will be the keynote speaker for the Black History Month Luncheon. (Huntsville Metro Black Chamber of Commerce)

Join the Huntsville Metro Black Chamber of Commerce at the 2023 Black History Month luncheon to reflect and celebrate the richness of African American History.

The keynote speaker will be John William Templeton, historian, author and publisher, and founder of the National Black Business Month.

Where: Ernest L. Knight Complex, 4900 Meridian Street
When: Feb. 21, 12PM
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Brick by Brick: The Legacy of Henderson + Daniel Brandon

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The Historic Huntsville Foundation’s third-annual “Rooted in History” exhibition brings overdue attention to Henderson Brandon & Son, Huntsville’s most successful Black-owned business.

Where: Harrison Brothers Hardware
When: Feb. 24-28
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