Black History Month
In 1926, Carter G. Woodson laid the groundwork for Black History Month by establishing the first Negro History Week, an event dedicated to celebrating the history, politics, and culture of Black people.
This year, we are proud to continue this legacy in our chosen theme for Black History Month 2023: Remembering Our Roots. This theme embodies our commitment to studying Black culture and supporting Black people throughout history, recognizing the diversity and importance of Black experiences, narratives, and innovations.
Our schedule of events to commemorate Black History Month at Oberlin has been carefully curated to offer meaningful opportunities for engagement among all members of our campus and community.
Check back to this page for additional events all month.

Next Upcoming Event
Theater Mainstage: Ophelia: A Prism

Future Events
Theater Mainstage: Ophelia: A Prism

Theater Mainstage: Ophelia: A Prism

Theater Mainstage: Ophelia: A Prism

Theater Mainstage: Ophelia: A Prism

Melanin Mondays

Black Splitchers

Alumni Soul Session

Celebrate Black History Everyday: A Road Trip to Detroit

Black History Month Movie Night: Coach Carter

Melanin Mondays

Black Splitchers

For the Love of the Land: A Read-In

Allen After Hours / Africana Rocking Chair: A Conversation and Performance with Norman Teague

Woven, Worn, & Reborn: A Sustainable Black History Month Fashion Show

Concert: Jazz Faculty

Nduduzo Makahthini Quartet

Fat Tuesday

Virginia Proctor Powell Florence: A Life, A Legacy

Black Splitchers

Mindful Meditation

Black History Month Pool Party

Faculty & Guest Recital: "Linking Legacies"

Concert: Oberlin Orchestra

Fiber and Studio Arts Across the African Diaspora: Knitting and Crochet Circle

The Black History Month Ball

Guest Lecture: “Racialized Musical (Hi)stories” by Phil Ewell

Past Events
Black History Month Opening Dinner

Black Splitchers
