Celebrating 100 Years of Black History

The City of Meridian invites you to a 2-day Black History Month celebration.

Explore the Historic African American Business District and witness the Banner Unveiling Ceremony on Friday, Feb. 27th. Banner will be unveiled at noon on 5th Street & 25th Avenue.

On Saturday, Feb. 28th, a special program “Celebrating African American Labor and Vote” will be held at Temple Theatre at 7:00 p.m. Special recognition for Mayor Percy Bland, Bishop William C. Brown, Dr. Hobart Kornegay, and President/CEO of Power Solutions Tonya L. Hicks. Special musical tribute to Richard Smallwood by the Meridian Mass Choir.