Black History Long Beach, Rooted in Partnership

BlackHistoryLB preserves, celebrates, and channels our cultural heritage into education and opportunity—rooted in partnership and collective action.
For over 20 years, we’ve gathered our community in solidarity. Born from deep partnerships with community organizations, we’ve learned that meaningful work requires genuine relationships, shared vision, and mutual commitment. Our events, programs, and initiatives are built on this foundation: celebration rooted in substance, and community built on trust.

Partnership is how we build lasting change. We’re honored to work alongside community leaders, local organizations, government partners, and corporate supporters who share our commitment to cultural celebration, educational opportunity, and systemic equity. Together—through intentional collaboration and shared purpose—we’re creating the Long Beach we believe in.

We invite you to be part of this work. Whether as a participant, partner, or supporter, your presence and contribution strengthen what we’re building.

Honoring the Past. Informing the Present. Inspiring the Future.

Black history is not confined to a month; it is a living legacy carried in the voices, memories, and lived experiences of those who endured segregation, marched for justice, demanded dignity, and reshaped this nation through courage and sacrifice. At BlackHistoryLB.com, we honor the generations who fought through the Civil Rights Movement and beyond, honoring…

Grace & Glory United in Harmony: Gospel Brunch Highlights

On September 20, 2025, we gathered aboard the historic Queen Mary to celebrate Black history, honor our cultural heritage, and strengthen the bonds that make Long Beach a community worth building. This recap of the Long Beach Gospel Brunch captures the power of what happens when we break bread together: live gospel music that speaks…

Grace & Glory United in Harmony Gospel Brunch Photo Galleries

BlackHistoryLB.com is pleased to invite you to Grace & Glory United in Harmony Gospel Brunch on the historic Queen Mary, Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM.

Join us for a soulful celebration of gospel music, community heritage, and unity aboard Long Beach’s iconic Queen Mary.

2026 Black History Happenings in Long Beach

Celebrating our community means showing up together. Here, you’ll find a curated collection of flyers and information for Black cultural events, celebrations, and gatherings happening across Long Beach and beyond.

Share with your network. Attend, participate, and bring others. These gatherings are essential to our collective future.