Black History Month in Seattle - 2026
- YP Media
- Feb 1
- 3 min read
Honoring Black History Month in and Around Seattle
BLACK HISTORY MONTH IN SEATTLE
Black History Month is a time to recognize and celebrate the impact, culture, and contributions of Black communities - both historically and today. In Seattle, Black history is deeply rooted in neighborhoods, music, art, activism, and community spaces that continue to shape the city.
Rather than attempting to capture everything in one place, this article is intentionally local and participatory. It highlights ways to engage with Black history and culture this month - through events, learning resources, and community-driven exploration - while pointing to trusted guides and calendars for deeper dives.
Whether you’re attending a parade, joining a festival, or looking to shop local, there are plenty of ways to get involved and show your support... this month and beyond:
CULTURAL AND SOCIAL EVENTS
Throughout February, organizations across the Greater Seattle Area host events that celebrate Black history, creativity, and community. A few highlights include:
An immersive, month-long Black History Month experience featuring exhibits, performances, tributes, and community conversations.
📍 Columbia City Theater | Seattle
📅 FEB 1-28
Exhibits, talks, and cultural programming centered on Black history and culture in the Pacific Northwest.
📍 Central District | Seattle
📅 FEB 1-28
Weekly, family-friendly art sessions celebrating Black history and creative expression.
📍 Peoples Community Center | Tacoma
📅 Fridays throughout February
A community celebration featuring local Black makers, art, music, and performances.
📍 Bainbridge Island Museum of Art | Bainbridge Island
📅 FEB 21 | 6:00–9:00 PM
Looking for more? We maintain a History & Heritage Calendar with a running list of relevant local events:👉 [View the History & Heritage Calendar]
Hosting (or know of) a community event that should be included?👉 [Submit a Community Event]
SUPPORT LOCAL: EAT, DRINK AND SHOP
Supporting Black-owned businesses is one meaningful way many people choose to engage during Black History Month. Rather than curating a single, static list here, we’re pointing to trusted, well-established directories that meaningfully highlight Black-owned businesses - locally, regionally, and nationally.
These resources are actively maintained, widely used, and surface a far broader range of businesses than any one list could capture.
Black-Owned Business Directories & Guides:
Intentionalist
A Seattle-based, values-driven platform highlighting Black-owned and minority-owned businesses across the Puget Sound region.
Urban League Black Business Directory
A national directory supported by the Urban League network, featuring Black-owned businesses across industries and regions.
Official Black Wall Street
One of the largest and most widely used Black-owned business directories, with tens of thousands of listings nationwide and a strong Pacific Northwest presence.
WeBuyBlack
A long-standing marketplace and directory connecting consumers with Black-owned businesses across retail, services, and products.
PS... Check out (and support) Belltown Provisions - a Black-owned, local restaurant and at the YPCSeattle Happy Hour Event this month:
A LIVING, COMMUNITY-POWERED SPOTLIGHT
This article is designed to evolve. Rather than relying on a single voice to define what gets highlighted, we invite community members to help shape future spotlights—by submitting businesses, events, and recommendations throughout the year.
Black history in Seattle isn’t confined to one month. February is simply a moment to pause, acknowledge, and engage more intentionally.
If you have a favorite Black-owned business you think the community should know about, you can email us here.
