The 2025 theme for African Heritage Month is  ‘Legacy in Action: Celebrating Black Brilliance,’ will shine a spotlight on Nova Scotia’s cultural heritage and the significant contributions of people of African descent.

Here are some ideas on how to celebrate this important month in Halifax with your family: (Click on each heading for more information)

1. Attend the Flag Raising

The African Heritage Month flag raising will take place on on January 27th at Grand Parade Square and then move indoors to Halifax Hall for a proclamation reading by Mayor Filmore and light refreshments.

Date: January 27, 2025
Time: 9:30 am
Venue: Grand Parade Square and Halifax Hall
Website: www.halifax.ca/about-halifax/diversity-inclusion/african-nova-scotian-affairs/african-heritage-month

2. See City Hall Lit in Pan-African Colours

City Hall will be illuminated in black, green, red, and yellow in honour of African Heritage Month.
Dates: January 20-31 and throughout February, 2025
Venue: City Hall
Website: www.halifax.ca/about-halifax/diversity-inclusion/african-nova-scotian-affairs/african-heritage-month

3. Visit the Africville Museum

The Museum, which is in a replica of the Seaview Baptist Church, shares stories of the community of Africville, the spirit of which lives on.

Hours: Monday to Friday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Venue: 5795 Africville Road, Halifax NS
Website: www.africvillemuseum.org

4. Visit the Black Cultural Centre

The Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia in Cherry Brook, Dartmouth,  was created to protect, preserve and promote the history and culture of African Nova Scotians. Explore the rich history of African Nova Scotians at the museum, library and archives, with your family or group. Virtual tours are also available.

Hours: Monday to Friday: 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Venue:  10 Cherry Brook Road, Cherry Brook, NS
Phone: 902-434-6223
Website: http://web1.bccnsweb.com
Facebook: Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia

5. Attend an Event at Halifax Public Libraries

Halifax Public Libraries have loads of events scheduled to help you celebrate African Heritage Month. Visit their website to see a full list of events, locations and schedules.

Dates: Throughout February
Venue: Various Halifax Libraries
Website: www.halifax.bibliocommons.com/v2/events

6. Take in a film at the Halifax Black Film Festival

The 9th Halifax Black Film Festival will be held at various locations throughout the city.  See a full film and location schedule online.

Dates: February 28-March 4, 2025
Venue:  Cineplex Park Lane
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HalifaxBlackFilmFestival/