Richland Library Main
A Black History Fair: Preserving the Past, Building the Future
Saturday, February 28, 2026 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Join us for a joyful, all-ages community event honoring heritage, creativity, and connection. This Black History Month fair brings history to life through hands-on experiences, shared stories, and opportunities to learn together across generations.
Enjoy a community vendor market and engaging sessions including family reunion planning, food preservation, the rich history of Gullah culture, crafting for all, and more. Whether you’re exploring your roots, building new traditions, or simply curious to learn, everyone is welcome. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Registration is suggested for event reminders.
Black History Month Fair Agenda
10:00 AM | Entrance
Black History Month Fair Market
10:00 AM | Auditorium
Welcome featuring drummer Michael Cantey
Ages: All
Concurrent Sessions - 10:40 AM
10:40 AM | Auditorium
The Financial Rewire
Ages: Families with children 6+
10:40 AM | Meeting Room M
The Essentials of Food Preservation: Techniques and Tasting
Ages: Teens & Adults
10:40 AM | Theater
The Penn Center: A Historic South Carolinian Institution
Ages: Teens & Adults
Concurrent Session - 11:40AM
11:40 AM | Auditorium
The Col Lab (Collaborative Collage Workshop)
Ages: All (Adult assistance recommended for children)
11:40 AM | Meeting Room M
Quilting Workshop with LaToya Thompson
Ages: Teens & Adults
11:40 AM | Theater
10 Steps to Planning a Successful Family Reunion
Ages: Adults
1:00 PM
Black History Month Fair Market Closes
*Breakout sessions are open to all attendees until room capacity is reached.
An ASL interpreter will be provided for this event.
A quiet Sensory Space will be available on the 2nd Level for any attendees who need a break or access to supports.
We value inclusion and access for all of our customers including those that may need Americans with Disabilities Act accommodations. Please complete this ADA accommodation request form at least two weeks prior to the event to make a reasonable accommodation request.
Have questions about the program? Please reach out to a staff member at the hosting location for additional information.