LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Springs Preserve hosted its 15th annual Black History Month Festival Saturday — celebrating Black culture in Southern Nevada.
Organizer Corey Enus explained the longstanding tradition is meant to entertain, educate and celebrate African American contributions nationwide and in the valley.
“A lot of people think there is no culture in southern Nevada, but we have one of the most vibrant and unique cities in the entire world and the trajectory in that city was influenced by African Americans,” Enus said.
The event featured speakers, music, and educational opportunities that highlighted past and present African American leaders and their impact on Las Vegas.
This year’s theme was “African Americans and the Arts” and featured work from local artists showcasing black culture in the community.
Artist Courtney Haywood was featured in an exhibit from the ThirtyThree Gallery. He had three pieces on display, one of which was a note on a lined paper, an open letter to Haywood’s 15-year-old son “to give him advice as a black man navigating this world,” Haywood explained.