Holy Ground

The Oldest Black Church in Houston Tells the Story of America

Antioch Missionary Baptist Church has held strong for 158 years through wars, civil rights movements, and two pandemics.

02/06/2024 By Uvie Bikomo

READING LIST

5 Essential Publications to Read During Black History Month

From history to photos to fantasy, we’ve got you cover to covered.

02/07/2023 By Shelby Stewart

BLACK HERITAGE

How and Where to Celebrate Black History Month

Houstonia’s roadmap to honoring Black heritage, all month long.

02/01/2023 By Houstonia Staff

Black Fashion

10 Black-Owned Brands To Shop With This Month

From exclusive Issac & Moore accessories to basics from Tordrobes, Houston designers are a must for your closet.

02/21/2022 By Danielle Wright

Cultural Cuisine

Houstonia’s Guide To Dining for Black History Month

From cajun to West Indian cuisine, Houston's got it all.

02/09/2022 By Shelby Stewart and Daniel Renfrow

Local Cinema

Essay: 5 Movies Set in Houston to Watch for Black History Month

From the romance of Jason's Lyric, to the racial injustice explored in The 24th, these films will teach you something about Space City.

02/04/2022 By Craig D. Lindsey

Play Ball

Learn the History of African American Baseball Through This Tour at Minute Maid Park

The hour-long tour chronicles the segregation and integration of baseball, the heyday of the Negro National League, and Houston’s connection to the sport’s greatest players.

02/12/2021 By Catherine Wendlandt

Kitchen Inspiration

What James Beard-Nominated Dawn Burrell Has Learned from Cooking Pioneer Edna Lewis

Read more about this accomplished chef and the connections she's made through her successful career in the kitchen.

02/10/2021 By Timothy Malcolm