Feb. 22

Soul Bowl

Noon, Henrico Police Athletic League, 2401 Hartman Street

A trivia competition open to middle and high school students in Henrico. Participants will have a chance to win prizes by answering trivia questions on Black history, mental health awareness along with challenges such as finishing a tune or performing a quick dance Refreshments and music provided. Advance registration encouraged.

Contact henricotoosmart2start@gmail.com or call/text (804) 506-0592.

Feb. 22

Hanover County NAACP Black History Month Presentation

4 p.m., Mechanicsville Branch Library, 7461 Sherwood Crossing

A discussion on the contributions of Africans throughout the African Diaspora and positive next steps in today’s political climate.

Feb. 24

Estate Focus Tour: Black History Month

1:30 p.m., Maymont, 1700 Hampton St.

A walking tour focusing on the African American domestic staff who lived and worked at Maymont. Explore the gardens, outbuildings and other estate features that made Maymont a showplace in Gilded Age Richmond. maymont.org

Feb. 25

10th Annual Black History Month Virginia Author Celebration

3 p.m., Hull Street Branch Library

A book fair featuring Black-owned bookstores, publishers and authors of color. Includes author tables, speakers, panel discussions, giveaways and refreshments.

Feb. 26

Generations: African Americans and Legacies of Military Service

6:30 p.m., Virginia War Memorial,

621 S. Belvidere St.

A panel of Black veterans discusses their military experiences and legacies. Light refreshments at 5:30 p.m.

 Richard and Mildred Loving
 Photo courtesy of Estate of Grey Villett  

Feb. 26

The Constitution and “Loving v. Virginia”

6 p.m., Library of Virginia, 800 E. Broad St.

A panel moderated by Danielle Wingfield, assistant professor of law at the University of

Richmond, exploring the significance of the 1967 “Loving v. Virginia” Supreme Court ruling with Mary Bauer, executive director of ACLU-VA; Kim Forde-Mazrui, Mortimer M. Caplin, professor of Law at the University of Virginia; and author Peter Wallenstein, professor of history at Virginia Tech.

Ongoing

Portals

Daily, Feb. 1-28, Shockoe Bottom, 100 N. 17th St.

A free, self-guided tour featuring historic street-life photography blended with artwork by local artists.

We Are the Builders: Honoring the Contributions of Black Workers in Virginia

Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia

An exhibition highlighting the contributions of Black Virginians to America’s development, focusing on labor history and artifacts.