{"id":13705,"date":"2026-02-13T18:44:54","date_gmt":"2026-02-13T23:44:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/niagarafallscliftonhill.com\/blog\/?p=13705"},"modified":"2026-02-20T11:00:51","modified_gmt":"2026-02-20T16:00:51","slug":"black-history-month-niagara-falls","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cliftonhill.com\/falls_blog\/black-history-month-niagara-falls\/","title":{"rendered":"Niagara Events To Commemorate Black History Month"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Niagara Falls transforms in February into a vibrant destination for <strong>Black History Month<\/strong>, offering music, history, guided tours, and immersive exhibitions near Clifton Hill and along the Niagara River. From soul-jazz concerts to stories of courage and freedom along the Underground Railroad, visitors can experience the region\u2019s deep historical and cultural significance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1366\" height=\"911\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cliftonhill.com\/falls_blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Jazz-Night-1-1366x911.webp\" alt=\"Jazz Night\" class=\"wp-image-79544\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-niagara-falls-events-and-exhibits-near-clifton-hill\">Niagara Falls: Events and Exhibits Near Clifton Hill<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-soul-jazz-night-with-velvet-frequencies\">Soul-Jazz Night with Velvet Frequencies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaraparks.com\/jazz\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1366\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cliftonhill.com\/falls_blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Velvet-Frequencies-1366x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-79550\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date:<\/strong> Friday, February 20 | <strong>Time:<\/strong> 6:00\u201310:00 p.m. | <strong>Location:<\/strong> Table Rock House Restaurant, Niagara Parks<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Velvet Frequencies delivers an <strong>intimate soul-jazz experience<\/strong>, blending neo-soul, jazz, hip-hop, and spoken rhythm with a prix fixe dinner. Hosted in partnership with the Niagara Jazz Festival, this evening celebrates Black musical heritage in a setting just minutes from Clifton Hill. Tickets are $150 per person, including concert, dinner, parking, gratuities, and tax. Reserve at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaraparks.com\/jazz\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">niagaraparks.com\/jazz<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-speaker-sessions-on-niagara-black-history\">Speaker Sessions on Niagara Black History<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-lezlie-harper-a-history-to-be-proud-of\">Lezlie Harper: A History to Be Proud Of<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1366\" height=\"911\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cliftonhill.com\/falls_blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Lezlie-Harper-Headshot-1366x911.webp\" alt=\"Lezlie Harper Headshot\" class=\"wp-image-79545\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date:<\/strong> Saturday, February 21 | <strong>Time:<\/strong> 2:00\u20133:00 p.m. | <strong>Location:<\/strong> Visitor Centre Theatre, Old Fort Erie<br>Harper, owner of Niagara Bound Tours, highlights Fort Erie sites significant to Black Canadian history. Tickets $15: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaraparks.com\/events\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">niagaraparks.com\/events<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-rochelle-bush-freedom-trail\">Rochelle Bush: Freedom Trail<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1366\" height=\"1093\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cliftonhill.com\/falls_blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Rochelle-Bush-Headshot-1366x1093.webp\" alt=\"Rochelle Bush Headshot\" class=\"wp-image-79546\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date:<\/strong> Saturday, February 28 | <strong>Time:<\/strong> 2:00\u20133:00 p.m. | <strong>Location:<\/strong> McFarland House, Niagara Falls<br>Bush discusses the Underground Railroad and the early Black presence along the Niagara River. Tickets $15: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaraparks.com\/events\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">niagaraparks.com\/events<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-niagara-bound-tours-guided-historical-experiences\">Niagara Bound Tours: Guided Historical Experiences<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Tales of The Underground Railroad\" width=\"1240\" height=\"698\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/jK2tc2AoY1A?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dates:<\/strong> February 1\u201328 | <strong>Location:<\/strong> Niagara Falls &amp; St. Catharines<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Explore the journeys of freedom seekers after reaching Canada on guided tours led by a fifth-generation descendant of a fugitive slave. Tours cover key historical sites along the Niagara River, Fort Erie, and St. Catharines, providing meaningful insight into the courage and resilience of those who escaped enslavement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Special February Giveaway:<\/strong> Book a tour for two or more by February 28 to be entered to win $200 toward a future tour or $100 toward an educational presentation. Contact <a>contact@niagaraboundtours.com<\/a> or 905-685-5375.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.niagaraboundtours.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Get Details<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-learn-about-the-underground-railroad-in-niagara-falls-new-york\">Learn About the Underground Railroad in Niagara Falls, New York<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ongoing Exhibits:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagarafallsundergroundrailroad.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"980\" height=\"655\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cliftonhill.com\/falls_blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/undergroundrailroadmuseum.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-79600\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagarafallsundergroundrailroad.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Niagara Falls Underground Railroad Heritage Center \u2013 \u201cOne More River to Cross\u201d<\/a><\/strong><br>Explore the heroic actions of local Black residents and the role Niagara Falls\u2019 geography played in the Underground Railroad. Visitors encounter stories of Harriet Tubman and Niagara-area heroes who guided freedom seekers to safety.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/thenacc.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Niagara Arts &amp; Cultural Center \u2013 \u201cFreedom Crossing\u201d<\/a><\/strong><br>This permanent exhibition uses historic photographs, artifacts, and real-life stories to illuminate the Greater Niagara region\u2019s Underground Railroad history.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Both sites offer <strong>self-guided learning opportunities<\/strong>, perfect for pairing with Niagara Falls sightseeing or Clifton Hill attractions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-freedom-trail-amp-niagara-river-landmarks\">Freedom Trail &amp; Niagara River Landmarks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Freedom Trail<\/strong> follows the Niagara River from Fort Erie to Niagara-on-the-Lake, connecting historical landing sites, Bertie Hall, and the Mackenzie Printery. Interpretive signage and online resources allow visitors to follow the path independently or as part of guided tours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaraparks.com\/things-to-do\/black-history-niagara-river\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cliftonhill.com\/falls_blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/navyIsland-e1680268179733.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-79563\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaraparks.com\/things-to-do\/black-history-niagara-river\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Get Details<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-st-catharines-complementary-black-history-month-programming\">St. Catharines: Complementary Black History Month Programming<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1366\" height=\"1025\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cliftonhill.com\/falls_blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Tanika-Hillocks-hanging-art-Black-Histories-Black-Futures-1366x1025.jpg\" alt=\"Tanika-Hillocks-hanging-art-Black-Histories-Black-Futures\" class=\"wp-image-79566\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-city-hall-launch-amp-black-histories-black-futures-exhibition\">City Hall Launch &amp; \u201cBlack Histories, Black Futures\u201d Exhibition<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date:<\/strong> Monday, February 3 | <strong>Time:<\/strong> 3:30 p.m. | <strong>Location:<\/strong> City Hall, St. Catharines<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Highlights include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Flag-raising ceremony<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Performances by <strong>Juliet Dunn<\/strong> (Niagara Jazz Festival)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Poetry reading by <strong>Andrew Reid<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Appointment of Poet Laureate <strong>Shannon Kitchings<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>\u201cBlack Histories, Black Futures\u201d<\/strong> art exhibition opens on the third floor of City Hall and runs until February 27. Curated by Tanika Hillocks, the exhibition features Emmanuel Akolo, Victory Anthony-Nted, Israel Crooks, Glory Inegbedion, Talia Jermyn, Sonia Kimaro, Wayne Moore, and MOON the artist. Reception: 4:30 p.m., remarks at 5:00 p.m. Refreshments by <strong>Flavour Fuel<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stcatharines.ca\/en\/news\/city-celebrates-start-of-black-history-month-with-launch-event-city-hall-art-exhibition-opening.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Get Details<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-awakened-voices-narratives-at-salem-chapel\">Awakened Voices Narratives at Salem Chapel<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date:<\/strong> Saturday, February 14 | <strong>Time:<\/strong> 3:00\u20135:00 p.m. | <strong>Location:<\/strong> Salem Chapel BME Church, 92 Geneva Street, St. Catharines<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This one-day performance features <strong>spoken word, music, and storytelling<\/strong> celebrating Harriet Tubman and local Black history. Admission is free; donations welcome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/mydowntownstc\/posts\/1721461432165378\/?__cft__[0]=AZYn1iYhkkynUtfIZixb6ZVq5BaVfVhtWpCdGHQUiKu3QjNjJl32cLydB2ca4tih0--V-lEIFJy6Q_kJPj0fcLLcx9nFeRoUdnNg6eEzELmjjtD06PK49wnvTpeHU9Do0-4LCRkf9nYNYgeIClSBLFXNa4lZR8pz3i9Al7AkWrb1Fg&amp;__tn__=%2CO*F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1055\" height=\"1366\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cliftonhill.com\/falls_blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/black-futures-1055x1366.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-79577\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/lovestc.ca\/event\/awakened-voices\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Get Details<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-onstage-4th-annual-variety-show-amp-vendor-market\">ONSTAGE: 4th Annual Variety Show &amp; Vendor Market<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstontariopac.ca\/Online\/default.asp?BOparam::WScontent::loadArticle::permalink=EventArticle-2526PAC38-Onstage-4th-Annual-Black-History-Month&amp;BOparam::WScontent::loadArticle::context_id=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1366\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cliftonhill.com\/falls_blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/onstageevent-1366x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-79579\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date:<\/strong> Saturday, February 21 | <strong>Time:<\/strong> 1:00\u20135:00 p.m. | <strong>Location:<\/strong> FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>ONSTAGE Variety Show<\/strong>, presented by Future Black Female, showcases music, dance, comedy, and spoken word from Niagara\u2019s emerging and established Black artists. A curated vendor market by <strong>BlackOwned905<\/strong> adds a shopping and cultural experience. Tickets are pay-what-you-can, including free options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstontariopac.ca\/Online\/default.asp?BOparam::WScontent::loadArticle::permalink=EventArticle-2526PAC38-Onstage-4th-Annual-Black-History-Month&amp;BOparam::WScontent::loadArticle::context_id=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Get Details<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-st-catharines-museum-amp-welland-canals-centre\">St. Catharines Museum &amp; Welland Canals Centre<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1366\" height=\"361\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cliftonhill.com\/falls_blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Last-Stop-website-1366x361.jpg\" alt=\"Last stop\" class=\"wp-image-79570\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Exhibit <strong>\u201cLast Stop: In Their Own Words\u201d<\/strong> explores freedom seekers\u2019 settlement in St. Catharines during the 1850s. A <strong>weekly Black History Month blog series<\/strong> runs every Saturday in February.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stcatharines.ca\/en\/arts-culture-and-events\/temporary-exhibits.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Get Details<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-downtown-d-lish-soulicious-dining\">Downtown D\u2019Lish: \u201cSoulicious\u201d Dining<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/mydowntown.ca\/event\/dlish\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cliftonhill.com\/falls_blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/downtown-dlish.jpg\" alt=\"Downtown D\u2019Lish: Soulicious \u2013 February 11 to 22\" class=\"wp-image-79584\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dates:<\/strong> February 11\u201322 | <strong>Location:<\/strong> Downtown St. Catharines<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fourteen restaurants highlight Black culinary contributions, incorporating <strong>Kevin from Soulicious\u2019 signature sauce<\/strong> to create a unique, collaborative dining experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mydowntown.ca\/event\/dlish\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Get Details<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-st-catharines-public-library-programs\">St. Catharines Public Library Programs<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/149469265088626\/posts\/25749417584667109\/?__cft__[0]=AZZVve9VeTCeZfzeXSfeMMQSq87vAXcLq18jtHb3daqvc9hITA-_2eIVgbFLyg4DMM6Dgk05JGHW1efK5N786qZLMtr0G89rIwjaDJRwpt-Zg0ManEG_Ix4_dVcFqwUCNch6xH67w68oJSLVlzGalv5qwaaxsZdN0uAW6SW4R3tvzwj2v59LFUoLw_SjhJF5CXr81w7P28-B-XDUnj3NZQx8&amp;__tn__=%2CO%2CP-R\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cliftonhill.com\/falls_blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/public-library-undergroundrailroad.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-79588\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Harriet Tubman in Niagara<\/strong> \u2013 Feb. 3, 6:30\u20137:30 p.m., Merritt Branch<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Public Archaeology of Cataract House Hotel<\/strong> \u2013 Feb. 11, 6:00\u20137:30 p.m., Merritt Branch<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Both programs provide deep historical insight into Niagara\u2019s role in the Underground Railroad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.myscpl.ca\/programs-events\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Get Details<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faq-planning-your-niagara-black-history-month-visit\">FAQ: Planning Your Niagara Black History Month Visit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q: Which events are closest to Clifton Hill?<\/strong><br>A: Velvet Frequencies, McFarland House lectures, Niagara Bound Tours, and the Freedom Trail are minutes away from Clifton Hill attractions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q: Are events family-friendly?<\/strong><br>A: Yes, though some lecture content may be better suited for older children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q: Is parking available?<\/strong><br>A: Niagara Parks, Table Rock House, and FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre offer on-site parking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q: Can I explore the Underground Railroad independently?<\/strong><br>A: Yes. Exhibits like <strong>\u201cOne More River to Cross\u201d<\/strong> and <strong>\u201cFreedom Crossing\u201d<\/strong> allow self-guided experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q: How can I combine sightseeing with cultural events?<\/strong><br>A: Many Niagara Falls events are conveniently near Clifton Hill, dining, and scenic views, allowing seamless integration of history, culture, and natural attractions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-planning-your-february-visit\">Planning Your February Visit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>From Niagara Falls to St. Catharines, February offers a rich mix of <strong>music, guided tours, art, and storytelling<\/strong> that bring Black Canadian history to life. Visitors can enjoy soul-jazz near Clifton Hill, explore the Freedom Trail, visit immersive exhibits, and attend lectures and community performances. The Niagara Region provides a complete cultural experience that pairs historical reflection with engaging, visitor-friendly programming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For tickets and full schedules:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaraparks.com\/events\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Niagara Parks Events<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaraparks.com\/blackhistory\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Niagara Parks Black History<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstontariopac.ca\/Online\/default.asp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.niagaraboundtours.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Niagara Bound Tours<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagarafallsundergroundrailroad.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Niagara Falls Underground Railroad Heritage Center<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Niagara Falls transforms in February into a vibrant destination for Black History Month, offering music, history, guided tours, and immersive exhibitions near Clifton Hill and along the Niagara River. From soul-jazz concerts to stories of courage and freedom along the Underground Railroad, visitors can experience the region\u2019s deep historical and cultural significance. 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