Honoring the Past. Empowering the Present. Shaping the Future.
Welcome to Black History Month at The Lee County Black History Society, a time set aside not as a pause from history, but as a lens that brings its depth into sharper focus.
Black history is American history. It is innovation under pressure, culture forged in resilience, and leadership born from community. Throughout February, we honor the lives, stories, and achievements of African Americans whose contributions continue to shape Lee County, Florida, and the nation.
Why Black History Matters
History doesn’t live in textbooks alone. It lives in neighborhoods, churches, businesses, music, language, and movements. Black History Month exists to correct omissions, amplify voices long ignored, and remind us that progress is neither accidental nor finished.
At The Lee County Black History Society, we see this month as a bridge—connecting generations, inviting dialogue, and turning memory into momentum.
Our Mission During Black History Month
During February and beyond, we commit to:
Preserving and sharing the untold stories of Black life in Lee County
Educating students, families, and institutions through accessible history
Celebrating Black excellence in arts, leadership, science, and entrepreneurship
Inspiring civic engagement and cultural pride in future generations
History remembered is power reclaimed.
Featured Programs & Experiences
Throughout Black History Month, the Society hosts and supports events designed to educate, inspire, and connect:
Community Lectures & Storytelling – Local historians, elders, and scholars bring lived history to life
Youth Education Programs – Interactive workshops that make history tangible and relevant
Cultural Exhibits – Artifacts, photographs, and narratives highlighting Black heritage in Lee County
Arts & Culture Showcases – Music, spoken word, and visual arts rooted in African American tradition
Each program is an invitation: to listen carefully, think critically, and carry the story forward.
Honoring Local Legacy
National figures matter, but so do neighbors. Black History Month is also about recognizing the teachers, entrepreneurs, activists, veterans, and families who quietly built this community.
Their names may not be in national archives, but their impact is etched into Lee County itself.
How You Can Participate
History grows stronger when shared. You can support Black History Month by:
Attending events and bringing family or students
Volunteering with the Society
Donating to help preserve archives and expand programming
Sharing stories, photographs, and family histories with us
Participation is preservation.
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Beyond February
Black history does not end on the last day of the month. Our work continues year-round—because remembrance without action is incomplete.
Black History Month is the spark. The Lee County Black History Society is the steady flame.
Celebrate with us.
 Learn with us.
Build with us.
Together, we ensure that the past is not forgotten, and that the future is informed by truth, dignity, and shared humanity.
