Newberry celebrates Black History Month
February 2, 2024
February 2, 2024
NEWBERRY — Newberry College is hosting or partnering with a series of events this month that celebrate the culture and contributions of African Americans to our community and nation. The events listed are open to the public and free, unless otherwise noted.
Feb. 7, 19 and 22, noon | Lunchtime Table Talks, hosted by the Muller Center.
Location: Kaufmann Dining Hall.
Feb. 8, 6 p.m. | Black History Month Kickoff Worship Service, featuring a message from the Rev. Kevin Sheppard, pastor of Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Chapin.
Location: Wiles Chapel.
Feb. 15, 8 p.m. | Step Afrika! performance at the Newberry Opera House, 1201 McKibben St. Student admission with ID: $10. General admission: $25. Click here to purchase tickets.
Feb. 26, 7 p.m. | Muller Center Film Series: “GOSPEL Live! Presented by Henry Louis Gates Jr.”
Location: Gnann Room at the Center for Teacher Education, 1121 Speers St.
With questions, please contact Carlton Kinard '16, Muller Center program coordinator, at Carlton.Kinard@newberry.edu or 803.321.5615.