Black History Month 2025: Italian cultural institutions host exhibitions, residencies, and performances

February 2025 will see Italy celebrate Black History Month, with cultural institutions across the country organizing various events. This initiative, which began as Negro History Week in 1926 by Carter G. Woodson and was later expanded in 1976, aims to honor African American history and challenge stereotypes. In Turin, the fourth edition features over 80 events at 20 venues, themed 'Rappresentazioni: narrare, fare arte, fare sport,' coordinated by Associazione Donne dell'Africa Subsahariana e della Seconda Generazione. Notable events include an Afro fashion show on February 8 and a concert by Kif Kif Bledi on February 9. Milan's Black History Months Milano showcases six artists focusing on 'Inequalities,' while Florence marks its tenth edition with 'Tempo Rubato.' Additionally, the American Academy in Rome will screen 'Il Rinascimento Nascosto' on February 13.