People Places and Events of Interest by People of Color during the 2026 Celebration
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1. Absalom Jones – Abolitionist and Clergyman
2. Richard Allen – Abolitionist and Bishop
3. James Durham – Physician
4. James Forten – Abolitionist and Businessman
5. Frances Ellen Watkins Harper Suffragist/Poet
6. Fanny Jackson Coppin – Educator
7. Octavius Valentine Catto – Activist
8. Rebecca J. Cole – Physician
9. Nathan Francis Mossell – Physician
10. Henry Ossawa Tanner – Visual Artist Painter
11. Julian Francis Abele – Architect
12. Alain LeRoy Locke – Writer and Educator
13. Dox Thrash – Visual Artist
14. Crystal Dreda Bird Fauset – Activist
15. Marian Anderson – Contralto
16. Sadie Tanner Mossell Alexander – Economist
17. Nellie Rathbone Bright – Educator & Author
18. Paul Leroy Robeson Baritone Concert Artist
19. Marion Turner Stubbs – Concert Pianist
20. Pearl Mae Bailey – Actress, Singer
21. Cecil Bassett Moore – Lawyer / Civic Activist
22. Leon Howard Sullivan – Minister / Civic Leader
23. Gertrude Haynes – News Reporter
24. John Coltrane – Saxophonist and Bandleader
25. Cynthia Delores Tucker – Politician / Activist
26. John Chaney – Basketball Head Coach
27. Aloyisus Leon Higginbotham Sr – Judge
28. Walter P. Lomax Jr. – Physician
29. Constance Clayton – Educator and Civic Leader
30. Wilton Norman Chamberlain – Basketball Player
31. Ellen Powell Tiberino – Visual Artist & Painter
32. Edward Rudolph Bradley Jr -Broadcast Journalist
33. Guion Stewart Bluford Jr. – Astronaut
34. Richard Anthony Allen – Baseball Player
35. Judith Ann Jamison – Dancer and Choreographer
36. Andrew Turner – Visual Artist & Painter
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EVENTS – EVENTS – EVENTS – EVENTS
Events for Black Philadelphia 250
Philadelphia’s mark on American history is undeniable, and its vibrant African-American community, nearly 700,000 strong, is a cornerstone of that legacy. From groundbreaking individuals to pivotal institutions, the city is rich with stories that deserve to be told. Here we highlight some events leading up to America 250 next year. View All Events for Black Philadelphia 250 click here
Andrew Turner
Art Show and Sale
Monday, October 13,
Noon to 6 PM
October Gallery Museum
6353 Greene Street
Philly 19144
Admission Free
Free Turner Print with RSVP
Other Philly Notables
Raymond Pace Alexander Lawyer & Judge
Dr. Ethel D. Allen Phila. City Council
Caroline Still Anderson Physician
Charlene Arcila Philadelphia AIDS Consortium
Molefi Kete Asante Author and Philosopher
Frankie Beverly Singer Songwriter
Cynthia Ann Birdsong Singer & Performer
Charles Leroy Blockson Historian & Author
Boyz II Men Vocal Group
Chubby Checker Singer and Dancer
Joseph E. Coleman Politician Attorney and Chemist
William Henry Cosby Jr. Film and TV Icon
Helen Octavia Dickens Physician
Eve Rapper Actress Producer Composer
Jessie Redmon Fauset Editor and Poet
William Herbert Gray III Politician
Charlotte Forten Grimké Writer and Teacher
Marie Hicks Civic Activist
Billie Holiday Jazz, Swing Singer & Songwriter
Phyllis Linda Hyman Singer, Songwriter & Actress
DJ Jazzy Jeff DJ and Music Producer
Patti LaBelle Singer and Actress
Caroline Rebecca Le Count Educator and Activist
Meek Mill Rapper
Robert N.C. Nix Jr. Chief Justice Pennsylvania
Holly Robinson Peete Actress Producer
Teddy Pendergrass Singer and Songwriter
Bayard Rustin Civil Rights Organizer
Jill Scott Singer Actress Producer Composer
Mathew St. Patrick Actor
Jazmine Marie Sullivan Singer and Songwriter
Tammi Terrell Singer Songwriter
The Delfonics R & B Vocal Group
The Roots Hip Hop Band
The Stylistics Vocal Group
The Three Degrees Vocal Group
Dr. Umar School psychologist
Reverend Paul Washington Ordained Priest
Dyana Williams Radio Industry Professional
Guided Tour Companies
Places to Visit & Tours
Underground Railroad Sites
Philadelphia Inquirer Black Historical Marker Tour
Mother Bethel A.M.E. Church
First African Baptist Church
Hakim’s Bookstore & Gift Shop
Camp William Penn
Once Upon A Nation Storytelling Benches
President’s House
The Black Journey: Seventh Ward Tour
Murals in Philadelphia
The Divine Lorraine Hotel
All Wars Memorial to Colored Soldiers and Sailors
Africatown
Historic Eden Cemetery
Negro League Memorial
The Johnson House
African American Museum in Philadelphia
The National Marian Anderson Museum
Paul Robeson House and Museum
Underground Railroad at Belmont Mansion
Engine Company #11 All-Black Firehouse
Octavius V. Catto Memorial
The F.I.R.M.
Brandywine Workshop
The Philadelphia Tribune
Aces Veterans Museum
Black Journey Original Black History Tour Old City
Jack and Jill of America
Church of the Advocate
Afrikan World Art
Charles L. Blockson Collection
Odunde
Congo Square
Philadelphia Historic African American Tours
The Colored Girls Museum
Lest We Forget Museum of Slavery
7th Ward Legacy Reclaimed Self-Guided Tours
Black History on South Street: A Self-Guided Tour
The Philadelphia Inquirer Anti-Slavery Walking Tours
African Episcopal Church of St. Thomas
New Freedom Theatre
Philadelphia Clef Club of Jazz & Performing Arts
Philly Black Businesses
Atomic City Comics
Black and Nobel
Hakim’s Bookstore & Gift Shop
Harriett’s Bookshop
Uncle Bobbie’s Coffee & Books
Afrikan World Art
Between Friends Boutique
BLACQSKIRT
Blk Ivy Thrift
Common Ground
Damari
Dolly’s Boutique & Consignment
Jonesys Accessories
Konsignify Boutique
Loomen Labs
Love Yourself by Shea Elizabeth
Moore Vintage Archive
Mount Airy Candle Co.
The Movement Philly
Retro Rewind Vintage & Thrift
Senoj Clothing
TC Unlimited Boutique
VeloJawn
Blue Sole Shoes
Philadelphia Diamond Company
Style by Blain
1040 Creative
Amazulu Collections
Foliage
Paul Beale’s Florist
Vault + Vine
ARTrageous Brush & Flow
AR Workshop Chestnut Hill
Ceramic Concept
De’Village
Expect Lace
Kellijane
Little Marrakesh Bazaar
NoName Gallery
South Street Art Mart
October Gallery Museum
Trunc
Ubuntu Fine Art
Yowie
Avenue 215 Self Care Studio
Abiyah Naturals
Dope Botanicals
Dosso Beauty
Duafe Holistic Hair Care
Ethos GSFM
Faheem’s Hands of Precision
Girls Auto Clinic Repair Center
The Naked Peach Waxing Boutique
Nbeauty Inc.
Philly Hair Healer at Cosset Beauty Lounge
Posh Hair Artistry
QueenStylista’s Mane Artistry
Salon A’Marie
Restaurants
Booker’s Restaurant & Bar
Butter’s Soul Food to Go
Country Cookin
Deborah’s Kitchen
GiGi & Big R
Gilben’s Smokehouse
Ma Lessie’s Chicken & Waffles
The Nile Cafe
Pretty Girls Cook
SOUTH Restaurant & Jazz Club
Soulful D’lites
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