
Black and white photo of Reno sign. (Photo courtesy of Nick Ares/Flickr).
Reno honors Black History Month with a community celebration at City Plaza, uniting local organizations to celebrate African American heritage.
In celebration of Black History Month, Reno residents will gather at the heart of their city for a special commemorative event. The City Plaza will transform into a space of cultural recognition and community unity as local organizations come together to honor African American heritage and contributions.

Overhead shot of Reno street and welcome sign. (Photo courtesy of GPA Photo Archive/Flickr).
Community organizations unite for Black History Month celebration
The City of Reno is collaborating with two prominent local organizations—Our Story, Inc. and the Northern Nevada Black Cultural Awareness Society (NNBCAS)—to host a special Black History Month recognition event. The celebration will take place at Reno City Plaza on Wednesday, February 5, beginning at 4:30 p.m.
This public gathering represents a partnership between municipal government and cultural organizations dedicated to preserving and celebrating Black history and achievements in Northern Nevada. The event provides an opportunity for community members to come together and participate in a meaningful kickoff to Black History Month.
This story was generated in part by AI and edited by The Nevadan staff.
This article first appeared on Good Info News Wire and is republished here under a Creative Commons license.
READ MORE: The 10 best farm-to-table restaurants in Nevada, according to Yelp

All about 2025 NASCAR Weekend at Las Vegas Motor Speedway
NASCAR Weekend is taking over Las Vegas this March. Check out everything you need to know, from its dates to where to stay and when the event will...

12 Nevada festivals to check out in Spring 2025
Check out these 12 Nevada festivals during spring in Reno, Sparks, Virginia City, Boulder City, and Las Vegas. The sun is shining, spring is in the...

Arcades in Las Vegas, ranked from worst to best
Whether you’re traveling to Sin City or live there, you need to check out our ranking of arcades in Las Vegas because some are seriously stuck in...

8 places to putt-putt in Las Vegas
Here are eight places to go gaga for golfing in Las Vegas, including mini-golf courses, simulated putting, and high-tech driving ranges. You don’t...

How you can help protect Red Rock Canyon trails
Volunteers at Red Rock Canyon's "Adopt A Trail" program work to preserve its beauty, inspiring community involvement and environmental care. The...

Second chances: Inmates train wild horses for adoption in Nevada
Nevada prison program pairs inmates with wild horses for rehabilitation, offering 19 trained mustangs for adoption at upcoming Carson City event....