Black History & Heritage Month
DPL is proud to honor Black History and Heritage Month with the Denver community in 2026. While Black history is celebrated year-round, DPL acknowledges the importance of highlighting it each February. Engage this month with events, activities, book lists, and resources around the city to celebrate African Americans of the past, present, and future.
Featured Events
2026 Juanita Gray Community Service Awards & Blacks in Colorado Hall of Fame Ceremony
Saturday, February 7, 2026, 1-3:30 p.m
Central Library
Celebrate the Black champions who are making an impact in the Denver area at the 2026 Juanita Gray Community Service Awards & Blacks in Colorado Hall of Fame Ceremony.
Art Exhibition
The Blair-Caldwell African American Research Library is proud to present its Third Annual Black History Month Art Exhibition. This dynamic exhibition features work by eight extraordinary artists from across Colorado, representing multiple generations and perspectives, all united by a shared commitment to the region’s vibrant Black creative community. The exhibition is on display on the seventh floor of the Central Library through March 14.
