African-American Museum

02/15/2026

Pull up a chair for Talking Tea! Join us Saturday, February 28th from 10 AM to 12 PM, the African American Museum hosts an engaging roundtable where eight women discuss current events from multiple perspectives. They’ll share headlines, debate issues, and connect the news to personal experiences, all while keeping the conversation respectful, thoughtful, and real.

This Black History Month program turns information into insight, emotion, and understanding. Come be part of a meaningful exchange.

02/02/2026

Every Saturday, the museum will host a History and Cultural Learning Event during the month of February in honor of Black History month.
This Saturday, the African American Museum will teach you the history of the festive mask and you'll get to make your own cultural mask to show off for Mardi Gras.
Join us at 10am on February 7, 2026
No cost-Free admission-supplies provided

01/30/2026

Celebrate Black History Month at the St. Martinville Cultural Heritage Center’s African American Museum! Come discover and design your own heritage mask for Mardi Gras. A heritage mask can reflect your cultural, personal, or chosen heritage. This creative workshop invites you to explore what heritage means to you. Come make something meaningful as we honor the season and our community’s rich cultural tapestry.

Saturday, February 7th from 10 AM to 12 PM
African American Museum
121 S. New Market Street, St. Martinville

01/15/2026

01/14/2026

Let us prepare to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Any deed, on January 19 whether big or small will help us continue his legacy for community!!!

Lift Every Voice and Sing. The Black National Anthem. A Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

01/14/2026

Thank you Christophe for a wonderful and educational breakdown

01/09/2026

Celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is important because it honors a leader whose work helped transform the United States and continues to shape its values today.

First, Dr. King’s life reminds us of the power of nonviolence, courage, and moral leadership. Through peaceful protest, he challenged injustice and showed that lasting change can be achieved without hatred or revenge.

Second, the holiday encourages reflection on civil rights and equality. It reminds us of the struggles faced by African Americans and others, and highlights how far society has come—while also acknowledging that work toward justice and fairness is not finished.

Third, Dr. King Day promotes service to others. It is often called a “day on, not a day off,” encouraging people to volunteer, support their communities, and live out Dr. King’s belief that everyone can serve and make a difference.

Finally, celebrating this day helps educate younger generations. It keeps Dr. King’s message alive and inspires people of all backgrounds to stand up for dignity, respect, and human rights.

In honoring Dr. King, we honor the ideals of equality, compassion, and unity that strengthen democracy and society as a whole.

Join Us Sunday, January 18, 2026

01/01/2026

6th Day of Kwanzaa
December 31
Kuumba (Creativity)
To do always as much as we can, in the way we can, in order to leave our community more beautiful and beneficial than we inherited it.

12/30/2025

The 5th day of Kwanzaa (celebrated on December 30) is special because it honors the principle of Nia, which means Purpose.

Nia focuses on:

Having a sense of purpose in life

Restoring and strengthening African and African American cultural identity

Common activities:

Group discussions about goals and responsibility

Sharing stories about leaders or ancestors who lived with purpose

Encouraging young people to think about their future roles in the community

Purpose (Nia) means:

Knowing why you matter

Using your skills to help your family and community

Working to make life better for others, not just yourself

On this day, people think about questions like:

What am I good at?

How can I use that to help others?

What kind of person do I want to become?

During the celebration:

A red candle is lit on the Kinara (the candle holder)

Families talk, share stories, and encourage each other to set goals

In simple terms, the 5th day of Kwanzaa reminds people to live with meaning and responsibility and to help build a strong community.

12/29/2025

Today, we celebrate Day 4 of Kwanzaa,
Ujamaa, cooperative economics.

Ujamaa reminds us that when we support one another, we grow stronger together. By sharing our skills, resources, and time, we help our families and communities succeed. Today is a reminder that teamwork and unity can build a better future for everyone.