UScellular announced the three winners of its eighth Annual Black History Month Art Contest with Boys & Girls Clubs of Wayne County. A celebration event was held at the local Goldsboro Club located at 1401 Royall Ave. Public voting for the finalists’ art was available online, and the winning artists were awarded gift cards in…… read more »
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Black History Month Art Contest Winners
Commissioners Proclaim Black History Month In Wayne County
(GDN) – Wayne County is celebrating Black History Month. At its Tuesday, February 1st meeting, the Wayne County Board of Commissioners officially proclaimed February as Black History Month in Wayne County. Commissioner Antonio Williams read the proclamation. The proclamation states “much of Wayne County’s honor, strength and stature can be attributed to the diversity of…… read more »
Museum’s Black History Exhibit Opens Saturday
The Wayne County Museum’s annual Black History exhibit will open on Saturday, February 5. This year the show is entitled “Culture & Community”, and it explores the historic Black neighborhoods of Goldsboro and Mount Olive. The show will focus on the churches, schools, businesses, and community leaders that made up the heart & soul of…… read more »
Rosepot Collection: African American Culture Arts To Be Unveiled at Arts Council Today
For her first public showing and in celebration of Black History Month, Goldsboro native Mollissie Peterson will bring a sampling of her vast collection of art and artifacts to share with residents of her hometown. Rosepot Collection: African American Culture Arts will be on exhibit at the Arts Council of Wayne County, 102 N. John…… read more »
Voting Begins In UScellular’s Annual Black History Month Art Contest
Voting is now open in UScellular’s Eighth Annual Black History Month Art Contest with Boys & Girls Clubs of Wayne County in Goldsboro. Voting is available online, and the Wayne County community can go here to vote for their favorite piece of original art. This year, UScellular introduced an exciting new element to the contest.…… read more »
Black History Month At The Wayne County Public Library
The Wayne County Public Library will be celebrating Black History Month this year with a variety of programming throughout February. Library locations may also have additional-in person activities or “take and make” kits. Please call your local branch to find out more! Black History Month with the Winn FamilySteele Memorial Library | February 3 @…… read more »
