Los Angeles City Council President Marqueece Harris-Dawson along with Councilmembers Curren Price and Heather Hutt, will kick off Black History Month at City Hall. The celebration takes place on Friday, Feb. 7, at 9:30 a.m.
The day will begin with an exhibition ribbon cutting to celebrate the community through the lens of veteran photographer Leroy Hamilton. Hamilton’s keen eye has captured pivotal moments in the careers of elected officials, community activists, hip-hop legends, and Black Hollywood. Curated by Historian and owner of 1619 Exhibitions Larry Earl, the exhibition highlights the diversity of Black L.A. — ranging from protest to politics, sports to music, and the everyday to excellence.
Following the ribbon-cutting, the observance continues in Council Chambers as Yvonne Wheeler, president of the LA County Federation of Labor, will join councilmembers in recognizing the contributions of leaders in the Black LA Community: Lynell George, George Weaver, Richard Brooks, and Cecily Myart-Cruz.
Also, the City’s Department of Cultural Affairs will share its African American Heritage Month Calendar and Cultural Guide. In addition, Our Authors Study Club (OASC) will conduct awards presentations, highlighting the rich history of our local celebrations.
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This celebration marks the seventy-fifth anniversary of the Our Author’s Study Club leading Black History Month celebrations in LA City Hall. OASC was founded in 1945 and has been seminal in uplifting the works of Black authors, literature, and culture.
“This year we need to stand united and rooted in our culture and convictions” Council President Marqueece Harris Dawson stated. He added that it is “the visionary work of our artists, our activists, our leaders is what drives us forward and I’m excited to be in community to celebrate Black History Month.
“As we commence Black History Month, we celebrate the brilliance, resilience, and cultural impact of Black artists, visionaries and change makers who have shaped history and continue to inspire the future. This is more than a reflection on the past—it is a call to action, a reminder that Black voices are essential, powerful, and deserving of recognition every day. Together, we honor, uplift, and continue the legacy of excellence that fuels progress,” said Councilman Curren Price.
“I am excited to celebrate Black History Month and honor the extraordinary achievements of Black Angelenos across all fields—from arts and sciences to business and civil rights. By uplifting their stories and highlighting their courage and resilience, we take steps forward in building a more equitable future, where everyone gets a seat at the table” said Councilwoman Heather Hutt.
The public is invited to attend the ceremony.
