Black History Month is a time for us to celebrate, acknowledge, and learn about the achievements and resilience of African Americans in our communities and beyond. Below we’ve compiled some resources and links to help folks actively participate in Black history not just in February, but throughout the year — to continue to engage, honor, and learn.
Learn more about Tukwila’s history
Watch this first-hand account by local resident Wayne Perryman discussing his experience growing up around Tukwila before the development of Southcenter Mall.
Support a local Black-owned business
- Halwo Kismayo and Grill: Casual spot very popular within the East African community, featuring Somali snacks, box lunches, chai tea, and friendly service.
- Juba Restaurant & Cafe: Lively East African restaurant perfect for a quick bite, specialty desserts, and comfort food in a casual setting.
- Sahara Cafe: Counter-serve eatery offering a range of traditional East African comfort dishes.
- Salama Restaurant and Cafe: Laid-back restaurant offering a range of traditional African comfort dishes.
- Spice Bridge Food Hall: Global food hall featuring a rotation of eight woman-owned immigrant eateries from around the world, home of the Food Business Incubator program.
- The Brown Pecan: Mother and Daughter-run business providing candied pecans that are sweet with a little bit of heat.
- Legacy Gaming Community: Gaming café hosting PC Gaming with the best graphics in HD, 4K, and preparing for 4H graphics to ensure they are cutting edge.
Continued Learning – Black History Month Resources
National Resources
Washington State Resources
- Washington State Commission on African American Affairs
- Washington State Historical Society – Black History
- Black Heritage Society
- Black Lens News
- Blacks United In Leadership and Diversity (BUILD)
- African Americans in the Modern Northwest
- Black Education Strategy Roundtable
King County Resources
- African American Cultural Heritage
- King County Equity and Social Justice
- King County Library Systems
- Northwest African American Museum
- The Seattle Civil Rights & Labor History Project
- Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle
Stream These Documentaries
- African American: Many Rivers to Cross
- Forgotten Four: The Integration of Pro Football
- High on the Hog: How African American Cuisine Transformed America
- Jimi Hendrix: Hear My Train Comin’
- 13th
- Venus and Serena
- The Loving Story