BlackHistoryLB
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Black History Month LB is a three-day celebration highlighting music, film, culture, and community. Follow us for cultural experiences exploring the rich heritage and solidarity in Black culture.
Join us this Saturday, September 20th, aboard the Queen Mary!
A feast for the soul—classic favorites, and a spread from the sea. Host, Yvette “The Funny Lady”, poet Peggy Trotter Dammond Preacely, and Profusion Gr8ce Choir, with Trinity Chosen Vessels.
Tickets & info at: https://blackhistorylb.com
A feast for the soul—classic favorites, and a spread from the sea. Host, Yvette “The Funny Lady”, poet Peggy Trotter Dammond Preacely, and Profusion Gr8ce Choir, with Trinity Chosen Vessels.
Tickets & info at: https://blackhistorylb.com
September 17, 2025 at 11:10 PM
Join us this Saturday, September 20th, aboard the Queen Mary!
A feast for the soul—classic favorites, and a spread from the sea. Host, Yvette “The Funny Lady”, poet Peggy Trotter Dammond Preacely, and Profusion Gr8ce Choir, with Trinity Chosen Vessels.
Tickets & info at: https://blackhistorylb.com
A feast for the soul—classic favorites, and a spread from the sea. Host, Yvette “The Funny Lady”, poet Peggy Trotter Dammond Preacely, and Profusion Gr8ce Choir, with Trinity Chosen Vessels.
Tickets & info at: https://blackhistorylb.com
As part of Grace & Glory United in Harmony Gospel Brunch—Saturday, Sept. 20th, explore the History of Gospel Music exhibit, curated by Forgotten Images. Artifacts, images, and stories reveal the deep connection between faith, music, and Black heritage — a legacy that continues to inspire today.
September 14, 2025 at 5:47 PM
As part of Grace & Glory United in Harmony Gospel Brunch—Saturday, Sept. 20th, explore the History of Gospel Music exhibit, curated by Forgotten Images. Artifacts, images, and stories reveal the deep connection between faith, music, and Black heritage — a legacy that continues to inspire today.
LaVerne Duncan presents "Grace & Glory: United in Harmony Gospel Brunch" before the Long Beach City Council. Join us for this community empowerment event on Saturday, September 20th!
#visitlb #queenmary #longbeachcalifornia #longbeachca #gospelmusic #gospelconcert
#visitlb #queenmary #longbeachcalifornia #longbeachca #gospelmusic #gospelconcert
September 12, 2025 at 7:53 PM
LaVerne Duncan presents "Grace & Glory: United in Harmony Gospel Brunch" before the Long Beach City Council. Join us for this community empowerment event on Saturday, September 20th!
#visitlb #queenmary #longbeachcalifornia #longbeachca #gospelmusic #gospelconcert
#visitlb #queenmary #longbeachcalifornia #longbeachca #gospelmusic #gospelconcert
Ready to turn heads at the Gospel Brunch? "Queen Mary Eras" costume contest celebrates every fabulous decade of this legendary ship's journey, The Queen Mary!
HOW TO WIN:
👗 Rock your best 1930s-1960s look
📸 Show up ready to serve vintage realness
🏆 Win 4 Dark Harbor tickets + $500 Visa gift card!
HOW TO WIN:
👗 Rock your best 1930s-1960s look
📸 Show up ready to serve vintage realness
🏆 Win 4 Dark Harbor tickets + $500 Visa gift card!
September 7, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Ready to turn heads at the Gospel Brunch? "Queen Mary Eras" costume contest celebrates every fabulous decade of this legendary ship's journey, The Queen Mary!
HOW TO WIN:
👗 Rock your best 1930s-1960s look
📸 Show up ready to serve vintage realness
🏆 Win 4 Dark Harbor tickets + $500 Visa gift card!
HOW TO WIN:
👗 Rock your best 1930s-1960s look
📸 Show up ready to serve vintage realness
🏆 Win 4 Dark Harbor tickets + $500 Visa gift card!
Thanks to our Collaborators and Sponsors!
Visit Long Beach, The Queen Mary, LB Convention and Entertainment Center, Port of Long Beach, Long Beach Forward, NAACP Long Beach, The California Conference for Equality and Justice, Mayor Rex Richardson, 100 Black Men of Long Beach, Inc. WORDS2VISIONS
Visit Long Beach, The Queen Mary, LB Convention and Entertainment Center, Port of Long Beach, Long Beach Forward, NAACP Long Beach, The California Conference for Equality and Justice, Mayor Rex Richardson, 100 Black Men of Long Beach, Inc. WORDS2VISIONS
September 6, 2025 at 8:39 PM
Thanks to our Collaborators and Sponsors!
Visit Long Beach, The Queen Mary, LB Convention and Entertainment Center, Port of Long Beach, Long Beach Forward, NAACP Long Beach, The California Conference for Equality and Justice, Mayor Rex Richardson, 100 Black Men of Long Beach, Inc. WORDS2VISIONS
Visit Long Beach, The Queen Mary, LB Convention and Entertainment Center, Port of Long Beach, Long Beach Forward, NAACP Long Beach, The California Conference for Equality and Justice, Mayor Rex Richardson, 100 Black Men of Long Beach, Inc. WORDS2VISIONS
We talked to some very special people about the upcoming "Grace & Glory United in Harmony" Gospel Brunch aboard The Queen Mary. #blacksky #gospelmusic
August 29, 2025 at 7:32 PM
We talked to some very special people about the upcoming "Grace & Glory United in Harmony" Gospel Brunch aboard The Queen Mary. #blacksky #gospelmusic
Black History Long Beach is proud to celebrate Kenneth A. McDonald, President and CEO of Long Beach Transit, for being named the Outstanding CEO at the 2025 American Public Transportation Association (APTA) Awards.
August 12, 2025 at 5:51 PM
Black History Long Beach is proud to celebrate Kenneth A. McDonald, President and CEO of Long Beach Transit, for being named the Outstanding CEO at the 2025 American Public Transportation Association (APTA) Awards.
Gospel meets glamour. Brunch meets blessings.
Grace & Glory United in Harmony
Join us aboard Long Beach’s most iconic ship for a soul-stirring Saturday featuring live gospel, a Southern-style brunch buffet, and panoramic ocean views.
#QueenMaryGospelBrunch #GospelOnTheWaves #blacksky
Grace & Glory United in Harmony
Join us aboard Long Beach’s most iconic ship for a soul-stirring Saturday featuring live gospel, a Southern-style brunch buffet, and panoramic ocean views.
#QueenMaryGospelBrunch #GospelOnTheWaves #blacksky
August 2, 2025 at 9:59 PM
Gospel meets glamour. Brunch meets blessings.
Grace & Glory United in Harmony
Join us aboard Long Beach’s most iconic ship for a soul-stirring Saturday featuring live gospel, a Southern-style brunch buffet, and panoramic ocean views.
#QueenMaryGospelBrunch #GospelOnTheWaves #blacksky
Grace & Glory United in Harmony
Join us aboard Long Beach’s most iconic ship for a soul-stirring Saturday featuring live gospel, a Southern-style brunch buffet, and panoramic ocean views.
#QueenMaryGospelBrunch #GospelOnTheWaves #blacksky
Save the date! On February 22, we are screening "The Big Payback" at the iconic Art Theater of Long Beach. After- engage in a thought-provoking discussion on the impact of reparations, labor rights, and the role of storytelling in social change. Tickets and info at blackhistorylb.com
#blackhistory
#blackhistory
February 19, 2025 at 8:56 PM
Save the date! On February 22, we are screening "The Big Payback" at the iconic Art Theater of Long Beach. After- engage in a thought-provoking discussion on the impact of reparations, labor rights, and the role of storytelling in social change. Tickets and info at blackhistorylb.com
#blackhistory
#blackhistory