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Manchester – Bearing Witness: Black Art in Public Spaces
NH, United StatesBlack Heritage Trail of NH presents: Bearing Witness: Black Art in Public Spaces From the Black Power and Black Arts movements of the 20th century to the Black Lives Matter movement of today, artists of color have created public art that provided a communal vision of history, heritage, and hope. Recently the works of three […]
Juneteenth
NH, United StatesJuneteenth, now a US federal holiday, is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. Learn more! Visit the Black Heritage Trail of NH to find celebration events happening in NH!
Manchester – Juneteenth Block Party
NH, United StatesThe 3rd annual Manchester Juneteenth Celebration! Learn more about the event here: https://www.facebook.com/juneteenthmht
Online – Uproar: A Celebration of African American Creativity
NH, United StatesDerived from African culture and dance, the art of stepping was created by the enslaved when enslavers refused to let them communicate with drums. Stepping uses the body as an instrument that incorporates slapping the arms, legs, and chest. Made popular by historically Black Greek organizations, today, this art form combines chanting, singing, and dancing. […]
World Refugee Day
NH, United StatesOn June 20, the world commemorates the strength, courage and resilience of millions of refugees. For more information, visit: https://www.un.org/en/observances/refugee-day or https://www.unhcr.org/en-us/world-refugee-day.html
Concord – Umuganda
Keach Park 7 Newton Ave, Concord, United StatesOvercomers Refugee Services presents New Hampshire’s first Umuganda! A key part of Overcomers’ mission is to create a "coming together" of New Americans and the receiving community, foster a culture of mutual respect and understanding, and build a stronger community for all. Since many of the New Americans in the Concord community are from Rwanda, […]
Manchester – A Celebration of Mothers & Daughters
YWCA NH 72 Concord St, Manchester, NH, United StatesManchester – World Refugee Day Celebration
SNHU Center for New Americans, YWCA NH 72 Concord St, Manchester, NH, United StatesJoin in Manchester's celebration of World Refugee Day (June 20) on Saturday, June 25th from 5:30-8pm at the Center for New Americans at the YWCA in Manchester. There will be food, speakers and performances!
Manchester – Congolese Independence Day
Manchester City Hall 1 City Hall Plaza, Manchester, NH, United StatesIndependence Day
NH, United StatesIndependence Day is annually celebrated on July 4 and is often known as "the Fourth of July." It is the anniversary of the publication of the declaration of independence from Great Britain in 1776. Often celebrated with fireworks, parades and barbecues.