February is Black History Month, a period of recognition for the contributions, triumphs, struggles, and history of Black Americans. In Austin, local organizations have several events lined up to commemorate the occasion — here are 10 taking place in the coming weeks.

That’s My Face Double Feature on Black Resistance | Saturday, Feb. 18 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | George Washington Carver Museum, 1165 Angelina St., Austin | Free | Watch screenings of “The Rebellious Life of Mrs. Rosa Parks” and “The Woman King” and stay afterward for a Q&A with UT researchers.

Black History Month Celebration | Saturday, Feb. 18 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Austin Public Library Central, 710 W. César Chávez St., Austin | Free | This day of programming includes activities, a “Black Panther” watch party, talks with authors and artists, and a performance by Riders Against the Storm.

A Talk with Kam Franklin | Tuesday, Feb. 21 | 6:30-9 p.m. | George Washington Carver Museum, 1165 Angelina St., Austin | Free | Franklin will talk about Black resistance as seen in fashion and self-expression dating back to the Suffragettes.
Pro tip: If you can’t make this event, see Franklin perform at Hotel Van Zandt on Friday, Feb. 24.

February can’t last forever, but you can support Black organizations year-round. Here are nine local nonprofits working for Black Austinites: