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5th Annual Black History Trail Blazers Sidewalk Parade
February 10 @ 10:00 am - 11:59 pm
This year’s Black History Sidewalk Parade is taking place in historic Truxton, starting and ending at the Greater Mt. Zion Church of God in Christ (COGIC).
- 9:30 a.m. – Bus leaves from the Neighborhood Facility Rec Center, 900 Elm Ave., Portsmouth, providing transportation to the event
- 10 a.m. – Parade begins, starting from the Greater Mt. Zion COGIC
There will be Black history exhibitions, singing, dancing, storytellers and enactments honoring those who paved the way.
- Learn about the history of this area, including the story of the first Black church burned in Portsmouth during the Civil Rights era
- Dress up as a famous current or historical Black trailblazer – wear a name tag with 5 facts about that person
- Prizes for best costume, largest group, best narrative and more
The cost is $10 for individuals and $50 for groups of 10 or more. Call 202-812-2804 to register for this Black History Month event.