On February 7th, 2026, we celebrated the legacy of Dr. Quintard Taylor, Jr., founder of BlackPast.org. Together, we paid tribute to his impact on Black history.
WHEN:
Saturday, February 7, 2026
WHERE:
New Beginnings Christian Fellowship
19300 108th Ave SE, Kent, WA 98031
PROGRAM:
1:30 pm | Alpha Phi Alpha &
Sigma Pi Phi Fraternal Public Ceremonies
3:00 pm | Celebration of Life Tribute Program
RECEPTION:
A catered reception followed the program
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This event was free and open to the public
Livestream began at 3:00 pm for those unable to attend in person
Click here or scroll down for a recording of the livestream
Click here for a downloadable copy of the keepsake program
Questions? Please contact: [email protected] or 206-880-1433
This was a free, family-friendly event featuring African drumming, a children’s make-and-take crafts room, Delbert Richardson’s Unspoken Truths Traveling African American Museum, community info tables, musical performances, a keynote program, and more.
Click here for a full listing of the program and featured participants
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With sincere gratitude to our sponsors who made this event possible!
We wish to acknowledge that this event was also made possible by a grant and support from Casey Family Programs.
