Special to IFN
The Iredell County Public Library invites the community to explore Black history, culture and creativity throughout February. From local history lectures to panel discussions, there’s something for everyone. All of the events are free and will be held at Statesville library, located at 201. N. Tradd Street.
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Schedule of Events
Black Community History in Iredell County: A Panel Discussion
Statesville Library
February 7 at 2 p.m.
Details: Explore the roots and resilience of Iredell County’s Black community in this engaging panel discussion.
February 7 at 2 p.m.
Details: Explore the roots and resilience of Iredell County’s Black community in this engaging panel discussion.
Early Black History in Iredell County
Statesville Library
February 10 at 6 p.m.
Details: Discover the foundations of local Black heritage in this accessible overview of Early Black History in Iredell County. Learn about early communities, landmark churches and schools, and the forces that shaped our County.
February 10 at 6 p.m.
Details: Discover the foundations of local Black heritage in this accessible overview of Early Black History in Iredell County. Learn about early communities, landmark churches and schools, and the forces that shaped our County.
Documentary Screening: The Indelible Appalachians
Statesville Library
February 12 at 6 p.m.
Details: A powerful and poignant documentary that illuminates the rich and often overlooked experiences of Black Appalachians.
February 12 at 6 p.m.
Details: A powerful and poignant documentary that illuminates the rich and often overlooked experiences of Black Appalachians.
Celebrating Black History Month with NAACP
Statesville Library
February 17 at 6 p.m.
Details: Join us this February for a Black History Month program presented by Statesville Branch NAACP‘s Education Committee.
February 17 at 6 p.m.
Details: Join us this February for a Black History Month program presented by Statesville Branch NAACP‘s Education Committee.
Finding African American History Resources
Statesville Library
February 19 at 6 p.m.
Details: African American Genealogy can be very difficult, and resources can be hard to find. In the last several years, many organizations have tried to rectify that, and more research tools are becoming available for African American history.
February 19 at 6 p.m.
Details: African American Genealogy can be very difficult, and resources can be hard to find. In the last several years, many organizations have tried to rectify that, and more research tools are becoming available for African American history.
The Beginnings of Black Education in Iredell County
Statesville Library
February 24 at 6 p.m.
Details: From church basements to one-room schoolhouses, discover the people and places that sparked learning for Black children in Iredell County.
February 24 at 6 p.m.
Details: From church basements to one-room schoolhouses, discover the people and places that sparked learning for Black children in Iredell County.