Black History Day at 2nd Street Market in Dayton

In honor of Black History Month, 2nd Street Market in downtown Dayton is celebrating its own “Black History Day.” At the event, taking place on Saturday, Feb. 22, attendees will be able to celebrate the rich history of African-American art and culture with Dayton's most creative African-American musicians, dancers and artists.

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You won’t want to miss performances by:

• DC Ensemble (Dianne Coble Ensemble): 9:30-11 a.m.

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• Kuumba Drama Drum Dance: noon to 12:30 p.m.

• Paul Laurence Dunbar poetry reading (courtesy of the Paul Laurence Dunbar House): 12:45-1:15 p.m.

• All ages are welcome and the event is free.

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WANT TO GO?

What: Black History Day at the Market

Where: 2nd Street Market, 600 E. 2nd St., Dayton

When: Saturday, Feb. 22 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.