Celebrate Black History Month at the 25th Annual African American Cultural Celebration on Saturday

After being postponed due to January’s winter weather, one of the Triangle’s most meaningful family-friendly cultural events is back on the calendar.

The 25th Annual African American Cultural Celebration (AACC) returns on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026, at the North Carolina Museum of Art. This vibrant, free festival brings together community members, artists, authors, musicians, filmmakers, scholars, and cultural organizations to honor the rich contributions of African Americans to North Carolina’s history and culture.

Activities include engaging demonstrations, inspiring presentations, dynamic performances, storytelling, educational panels, and hands-on cultural experiences for visitors of all ages. It’s a powerful way to celebrate Black History Month while connecting with history, art, music, and community in downtown Raleigh.

📍 North Carolina Museum of Art – 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC 27607
📅 Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026
🕙 10:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. (rescheduled from Jan. 31)
💸 Free admission
📌 Note: Activities take place throughout the East Building and on Gipson Plaza, with free parking available in the museum’s lots.
🔗 Event details: https://ncartmuseum.org/events/25th-annual-african-american-cultural-celebration/

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Lisa Jeffries, a 2007 graduate of N.C. State University’s Wilson College of Textiles and Poole College of Management, has been working in marketing since 2005. Her professional work experience ranges from independent, family-owned businesses to high-growth tech startups. Lisa’s specific areas of expertise include new media and experiential marketing for service-based businesses. Passionate about her clients, cheering on the Wolfpack, live music, and rescuing animals, she is also the founder of Raleigh Food & Wine and Raleighwood Wifi. Lisa completed the NC State + SKEMA Business School MSc dual master’s degree program in Global Luxury Management in 2016, publishing a thesis, Location-Based Opportunities for Brand Marketing With Emphasis on Application Within Luxury Industries.

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