Celebrating 100 Years of Black History Month Exhibit

Portsmouth Colored Community Library Museum

This special exhibit explores how African American history has been remembered, preserved and shared over the past century – and why that work matters now more than ever.

Visitors will discover the origins of Black History Month alongside a broader look at how communities honor the past through meaningful places, traditions and cultural events, from Hampton University’s Emancipation Oak to Juneteenth, the Umoja Festival and more.

At a time when Black history faces renewed challenges, this exhibit affirms Portsmouth’s commitment to preserving, sharing and amplifying Black voices – recognizing Black history as a vital and living part of the American story.