CELEBRATE AFRICAN HERITAGE WITH HALIFAX PUBLIC LIBRARIES
2024 marks 40 years of partnership between Halifax Public Libraries and The Black History Month Association in honouring Black History Month in Halifax.
This year’s provincial theme for African Heritage Month is: Our Smiles, Our Joy, Our Resilience as African Nova Scotians. We are proud to honour this theme with another fantastic year of programming led by community members and groups.
The TD Ready Commitment is the presenting sponsor of African Heritage Month 2024 at Halifax Public Libraries. Their support makes it possible for us to host and share high quality African Heritage programs and content once again this year.
Enjoy exploring this collection—and check back often for new events, stories, community features, and gallery updates (including video content!).
Upcoming Events
I Love My Style: African Heritage Storytime
Black hair styles and fashion are rich in history and meaning, full of fascinating tales to share. Join us for songs and stories to celebrate African Heritage.
All Ages
Super Saturday: African Heritage Month
On Saturday mornings, step into a world of fun and discovery!
In this exciting program, families will explore a variety of hands-on activities - arts, crafts, STEM experiments, and more - all in a prepared environment designed for learning through play.
This week we'll get inspired by the art of Alma Thomas! Kids will have the chance to explore her vibrant style and create their own beautiful collages.
It’s a fun way to discover art, express creativity, and celebrate African Heritage Month. Don’t miss out on this colourful experience!
Ages 3+
Tickets are given out 30 minutes before the start of the program.
Movie: Hidden Figures
Rated PG | 2017 | 2h 7min
Hidden Figures is the incredible untold story of Katherine Johnson (Taraji P. Henson), Dorothy Vaughan (Octavia Spencer) and Mary Jackson (Janelle Monáe) - brilliant African-American women working at NASA, who served as the brains behind the launch into orbit of astronaut John Glenn, a stunning achievement that turned around the Space Race. The visionary trio crossed all gender and race lines and inspired generations.
Tickets given out 30 minutes before showtime.
