Black History Makers
Black History Month is a time to recognize and honor the rich history, perspectives, and achievements of the African American community. The commitment to inclusion and diversity is ingrained in our culture and core values, and this month we're celebrating a few of today’s Black History Makers with our colleagues and clients.
Meet today’s black history makers
These individuals are making significant contributions to American life, history, and culture. Read their accomplishments, learn from their trials and triumphs, and celebrate the achievements they’re making today.
Discover events near you
Enjoy a collection of events honoring our shared history, celebrating Black History and culture.
San Diego Events
San Diego History Center – Black History & Heritage Exhibition
Sponsored by Union Bank
February 2021
https://sandiegohistory.org/exhibition/celebratesd_blackhistoryheritage/
Pan African Film Festival
Sponsored by Union Bank
February 28 – March 14, 2021
https://www.paff.org/
African-American Women in Film
February 25th, 2021
https://allevents.in/mobile/amp-event.php?event_id=1000092778562177
Reconciling 1619 and 1776 in American History: The Debate over the Soul of a Nation
February 25th, 2021
https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/events/reconciling-1619-and-1776-american-history-debate-over-soul-nation
UCSD CFM Honors Black History Month
February 2021
https://blackhistorymonth.ucsd.edu/2021/index.html
UC San Diego's 19th Annual Black History Month Celebration & Scholarship Awards Ceremony
February 26, 2021
https://ucsd.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_TXwwV630TUOYEUWr_aBlig
NY Times 1619 Project and Why Slavery Matters
February 26, 2021
https://www.sandiego.gov/blackhistorymonth
Black History Trivia
February 25, 2021
https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/BlackHistoryTrivia
Los Angeles Events
22nd Annual Black College Expo
Sponsored by Union Bank
February 20, 2021
https://www.thecollegeexpo.org/events/black-college-expo-california-westcoast
Pan African Film Festival
Sponsored by Union Bank
February 28 – March 14, 2021
https://www.paff.org/
Screening: Body and Soul
February 25, 2021
https://dola.com/events/2021/2/25/screening-body-and-soul-tickets
Men Of Change: A Healing Circle
February 27, 2021
https://caamuseum.org/programs/talks-and-workshops/men-of-change-a-healing-circle
19th annual African-American Festival
February 27, 2021
aquariumofpacific.org
Afro-Latinx Festival – Museum of Latin American Art
February 20-28, 2021
https://culturela.org/event/afro-latinx-festival/2021-02-15/
Artist Amy Sherald’s first West Coast solo exhibition
March 20-June 6
https://www.hauserwirth.com/hauser-wirth-exhibitions/30731-amy-sherald-the-great-american-fact
Ford Digital Festivals: Movement/Matters
February 2021
https://www.theford.com/concerts-and-events/ford-digital-festivals/movement-matters
Santa Ana College Black History Month: Hear Our Song
February 25, 2021
https://event.webinarjam.com/register/1/394n3tl
San Francisco Events
The United Negro College Fund Gala
Sponsored by Union Bank
March 4, 2021
https://uncf.org/event/2021-a-mind-is-virtual-gala-san-francisco
Pan African Film Festival
Sponsored by Union Bank
February 28 – March 14, 2021
https://www.paff.org/
Storytime Science for Kids Online: The Color Episode
February 2021
https://www.exploratorium.edu/visit/calendar/storytime-science-kids-online-color-episode
Coalition of Black Excellence Week Summit ’21: Thrive Together
February 24-27, 2021
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cbe-week-2021-tickets-133302462253?aff=
Tomika Iyalla the Nigerian Queen Presents: Afro Groove
February 27, 2021
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/afro-groove-tickets-133795930229?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Call and Response: Intimate Talks with Jazz Icons
February 28, 2021
https://www.livingjazz.org/call-response
African Book Club: ‘Fairytales for Lost Children’
February 28, 2021
https://www.moadsf.org/event/african-book-club-fairytales-for-lost-children-by-diriye-osman/?instance_id=15869
Public Affairs Forum - African American Historical & Cultural Society
February 26, 2021
http://www.sfaahcs.org/events.html