MILLCREEK BLACK HISTORY MONTH
This February, Millcreek honors Black History Month with a month-long celebration of art, culture, and community. Throughout the Common, experience programs that illuminate the legacy, creativity, and ongoing contributions of Black Utahns past, present, and future.
The Time Inbetween: Black History Month Scavenger Hunt & Interactive Art Piece
Feb 1–28 | 9am–9pm | Granite Credit Union Adventure Hub
Explore Black history across Millcreek all month long. The Time Inbetween is a Black History Month scavenger hunt that takes you out into the community to learn, explore, and visit local spots with Curly Me!, and add your mark to the community interactive art installation by A.U.M Gallery. Join the fun & learning – pick up a scavenger card at the Granite Credit Union Adventure Hub at Millcreek Common.
Schedule:
Shades of Community: Utah Black Artists Exhibition by A.U.M Gallery
Feb 21–28 | 11 am–9 pm | The Grandview
Showcasing Black artists across Utah through visual art, photography, and mixed media.
Black Student Union Skate Night
Feb 27 | 7–10 pm | Millcreek Common
Hosted by the University of Utah BSU, a youth-led evening of skating, music, and joy. Come students one and all! Free admission; skate rentals $5
Learn more about: University of Utah BSU
Building Utah's Black History with Heritage Builders: Black History Initiative in Partnership with RISE Academy
Feb 28 | 10 am | The Grandview
A daytime program centered on heritage building and community storytelling, presented by Heritage Builders: Black History Initiative in Partnership with RISE Academy.
Learn more about: RISE Academy
Register Here: Building Connection Through Expression" | Eventbrite
Black Butterflies in Kent: 365 Poetry
Feb 28 | 6 pm | The Grandview
An evening of live poetry and reflection hosted by 365 Poetry, featuring Utah’s Black poets, food, and cultural celebration. Meet the artist of the Shades of Community: Utah Black Artists Exhibition at the opening mixer. Mixer 6PM - 7PM Program 7PM-9PM
Learn more about: 365 Poetry
Shades of Community: Utah Black Artists Exhibition Showcase
Feb 28 | 6 pm | The Grandview
Come meet Black artists across Utah showcasing visual art, photography, and mixed media. Visit with