Learn about the trials and triumphs of the black experience in the United States and how New York City honors black history in NYC parks today

Celebrate Black History Month in NYC Parks

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February is here, so bundle up and visit NYC parks to learn about Black History Month in NYC.

Black History Month Events and Exhibits

Celebrate Black History Month at NYC Parks! This February, join our upcoming history tours, art exhibits, and art workshops honoring black culture, history, and legacy.
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Sculptures Honoring the African-American Experience From sculptures of our heroes to monuments memorializing the black experience, we’ve many permanent sculptures across NYC that commemorate black history.
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Every picture tells a story. Enjoy Photos: The African-American Experience. Click here.

African-American Namesake Parks Many parks and playgrounds are named for celebrated African-American men and women, from community activists to sports professionals, whose lives helped shape the world we live in today. Click here.