Past Events

This event, presented by Florida Southwestern State College, Lee County Black History Society, Inc, and The Center for Undergraduate Research and Creativity is an Art Exhibition, will feature live performances, student presentations, Tara Calligan-speaker, Behind the Research with Kat Epple and a reception each day. The "Poster Session" will be Tuesday, April 9: 12:00pm to 1:20pm outside of the Library The "Art Exhibition" will be Tuesday, April 9: 1:30pm to 3:00pm - in J-117

Get ready for an electrifying event that will awaken the superhero within you! You're invited to "Youth Innovation Night: Unleash Your Super Powers," hosted by the Lee County Black History Society in partnership with the Edison Awards and The Lewis Latimer Fellows Program. Join us and meet Shameik Moore, Latimer Fellow, Actor, and the voice of Miles Morales aka Spider-Man, along with other modern-day superheroes. Youth attendees are invited to come dressed in their superhero attire, explore interactive exhibits and network with professionals, including the esteemed Lewis Latimer Fellows. If you have an invention or business idea, we encourage you to [...]

On Saturday, May 18th, the Lee County Black History Society will present "Commemorating the 159th Anniversary of Emancipation." This celebration will be held at: Quality Life Center of SWFL 3210 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Fort Myers, FL 33916 11:00 am to 1:00 pm The event will feature live musical performances, monologues, and dance. Light refreshments will be served. The program is free to the public, but reservations are required. Please register through Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/commemorating-floridas-159th-anniversary-of-emancipation-tickets-891892764267

Lee County Black History Society, in partnership with the Dunbar Festival and the S.T.A.R.S. Complex, are excited to announce our annual Juneteenth Celebration. This festive celebration will take place on Saturday, June 15, 2024, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Roberto Clemente Park, 1936 Henderson Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33916. The event will feature a range of activities, including live stage performances, bounce houses, food trucks, vendors, live museum tours, and captivating live entertainment. Local elementary, middle, and high school students will be awarded for their success in the past school year as well. The event is free to the [...]