Black History Month

The Clarence L. Barney Jr. African American Cultural Center (AACC) is excited to continue the legacy of celebrating Black History Month (BHM) this February. The AACC and Division of Engagement, Civil Rights, and Title IX welcome all Tigers during this engaging month of Black and African American culture, tradition, and experience.

Additional information will be provided on our website as it is available.

2024 Calendar of Events

  • February 1: Black History Month Kick-Off - noon to 1:00 p.m. (CT) at the AACC
  • February 1: Turn Up Dance Night - 6:00 p.m. (CT) at the UREC
  • February 6: Know Your Rights* - 6:00 p.m. (CT) at the Paul M. Hebert Law Center, Room 106
  • February 7: Black HIV Aids Awareness Day* - 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (CT) at Free Speech Alley
  • February 8: Black Wall Street Finale* - 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. (CT) at Student Union, Atchafalaya Room
  • February 15: Black Cinema* - 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. (CT) at TBD
  • February 16: African Diaspora Night - 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (CT) at the International Cultural Center
  • February 19: Black Inventors & Scientists Museum* - 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (CT) at the Parade Grounds
  • February 19: Wicks and Sip - 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (CT) at the Student Union, Magnolia Room
  • February 20: Black Minds Matter* - 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. (CT) at the Student Union, Capital Chamber Room
  • February 20: The Chop - 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. (CT) at TBD
  • February 25: Soul Service Sunday* - at 11:00 a.m. (CT) at United Christian Faith Ministries
  • February 27: Keynote Conclusion by Ted James, U.S. Small Business Regional Administrator* - 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (CT) at the French House, Saloon Room
  • February 28: Dear Black LSU* - 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (CT) at the Student Union, Magnolia Room
  • February 29: Art Show and Reception* - 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (CT) at the AACC
  • February 29: SANKOFA Performing Arts and Open Mic Night* - 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. (CT) at the Student Union, Cotillion Ball Room

Black History Month 2024 Flyer

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*Please note all events are open to the public, but events marked with an asterick (*) require pre-registration. For more information, contact the Clarence L. Barney Jr. African American Cultural Center at 225-578-1627 or [email protected].