Events
We host a vibrant calendar of cultural, educational, and artistic events that reflect our mission to preserve and celebrate Black history in the Delta region. From live performances to hands-on workshops, each event invites the community to engage deeply with the stories, voices, and creative expression that shape our shared legacy.
Whether you're an artist, a student, a music lover, or a curious visitor, there's always something meaningful happening here.
Upcoming Events
Lightwire Theatre
An innovative theatrical presentation of light and movement.
Past Events
The Original Traveling Black Inventions Museum
A traffic light. A home security system. A refrigerated truck. These everyday conveniences exist because of Black inventors.
Experience many more with the return of Dr. Umar Bey, curator of the Original Traveling Black Inventions Museum, February 2–14, 10 AM–4 PM, at the Northeast Louisiana Delta African-American Heritage Museum. More than a tradition, this recurring exhibition is an act of historical preservation helping us to see innovation clearly—and truthfully.
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Blue Royale Annual Christmas Gala 2025
Become a Silver, Gold, or Platinum sponsor and secure your place at next year's annual Christmas gala now.
Annual Membership Drive
Annual Membership Drive with Guest Speaker Former Senator Rev. Charles D. Jones
Fats Domino & Dave
Their creative process and the legacies they left behind recalled through music, media, and art.
Cast of Blues
An interactive traveling exhibit featuring 15 color photographs of iconic blues musicians and legendary venues that shaped their sound. Equal parts visual art and sonic memory, this exhibit invites music lovers and history buffs alike into the living legacy of the blues.
Open Mic Poetry Nights
Local poets, spoken word artists, and first-time performers gather in a welcoming, intergenerational space to share their voices. These evenings are a cornerstone of our programming, reinforcing the museum's role as a living space for cultural creation and exchange.
Music on the Bayou
More than a concert, this cherished community tradition fills the museum with sound, dance, and memory. Classical musicians perform live in the gallery, creating an immersive experience that brings people together through joy and shared rhythm.
Summer Art Camp
Each summer, children explore painting, storytelling, sculpture, and African-American history. These camps cultivate creativity, confidence, and cultural pride in the next generation of artists and thinkers.
Emmett Till Traveling Exhibit
Through images, personal stories, and interactive media, this powerful exhibit invites reflection on one of the most pivotal tragedies in American history. It underscores our commitment to civic education and remembrance.
Juried Art Competitions and Exhibitions
We support both emerging and established Black artists through curated exhibitions that foster dialogue and elevate new voices. Winners receive public recognition, gallery exposure, and opportunities for professional growth.
Want to experience the museum in person? Plan your visit today and be part of our growing community of culture-makers, learners, and art lovers.
FEATURED EVENT
Fats Domino & Dave (July 2025)
Dave Bartholomew and Antoine “Fats” Domino were two of the most important architects of New Orleans music in the years following World War II and beyond. Drawing on musical antecedents such as big band jazz and boogie-woogie, Bartholomew and Domino forged a distinctive New Orleans sound that reverberated across America in the 1950s, helping to define both rhythm & blues and rock & roll.
Self-taught and deeply attuned to the sounds of New Orleans streets and clubs, Fats Domino brought the music an unmistakable Crescent City authenticity, while Dave Bartholomew shaped it through inventive arrangements and astute production. The result was hit after hit throughout the 1950s, offering clear evidence that New Orleans was a foundational birthplace of both R&B and early rock & roll.