The Nyumburu Cultural Center kicked off Black History Month with an opening ceremony that discusses the struggles and strengths the Black community faced under hate, racism, slavery and oppression.

With speeches, trivia, tributes, and other performances, the Center welcomed and celebrated Black History Month. Missed out? Enjoy the video of the occasion below:

Do you need a fade, haircut, lineup, or another style of haircut? The Nyumburu Cultural Center and the Black Male Initiative (BMI) reopened the Nyumburu Barbershop! Stop by to get a haircut for only $25. Email solomon [at] umd.edu to book your cut—or if you don't need a haircut, just stop by to listen to great DJ mixes (R&B, jazz, hip-hop, reggae and soca) and engage in conversation with community members. Cash, credit/debit, Zelle and CashApp accepted. Join in the movement!

BMI/Nyumburu Barbershop
Tuesday, February 14, 2023
10:30 AM to 2:00 PM
Nyumburu Cultural Center
Email solomon [at] umd.edu with questions or to book a haircut