For those seeking an educational Black History Month celebration that is rooted in our local culture, then head down on Sunday, Feb.16 to the incredibly popular
Taste of Soul Sunday.
This annual event is oh so much more than just a sample platter of our area's African American community's history, as local folks share energizing art performances, powerful storytellers unpack tales of their journey, and black-owned businesses provide a delicious opportunity to sample the culinary treats of our area food culture.
This year's event is centered around the themes of
Listen,
learn,
eat,
create, and
preserve and by clicking on these words, you will be transported to a page to help you prepare in advance for your visit as you dive into these topics.
For the 2020 Taste of Soul, you will be entertained with performances by Kevin Murphy,
Lady Ace Boogie,
Serita's Black Rose, and
The Gospel Believers. Fans of history will gravitate to presentations by area folks from
We Are LIT, Dr. Randal Jelks, the
Ebony Road Players, and New Hope Baptist Live, and insights into our past from
Grand Rapids African American Museum and Archives.
This year's "taste" is featuring
Daddy Pete's BBQ, Savor The Flavor, and
Flavorful Pound Cakes & Treats.
As always, Taste of Soul is free and open to the public through the generous support of the
Grand Rapids Public Library Foundation, the Wege Foundation, and
Downtown Grand Rapids Inc.