College Park observes Black History Month with a FREE program this Saturday

The City of College Park will host its annual Black History Program on Saturday, February 28, 2026.
It will feature community leaders, cultural performances and a robust awards presentation honoring local change-makers.

The program goes from 2 to 4 p.m.

It takes place at Georgia International Convention Center, located at:
2000 Convention Center Concourse
College Park, GA 30337

Doors open at 1:30 p.m. and there will be a short meet-and-greet before the program begins.

Remarks from city leadership include Mayor Bianca Motley Broom, Mayor Pro-Tem Joe Carn, and members of City Council.

Highlights of the program include:

• A cultural performance by Kouyate Jeli featuring youth African dancers, drummers and vocalist Mah Kouyate
• Guest speaker Holly Rodriguez presenting “Land, Legacy & Liberation: The Real Story of Black Agriculture”
• Keynote address by Dr. La’Neice Littleton, “Remembering Our Unsung Heroes”
• Presentation of the Shining Star and Youth Shining Star Awards, along with multiple ward-nominated community honors
• Special recognitions including the Lifetime Achievement Award (presented posthumously to Walt Bellamy), Legacy Award, Merit Award, Infinite Potential Award, Humanitarian Award and Halo Award
• The program will conclude with a community rendition of “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” followed by a reception. 
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