What do you know about Black History month?

February is Black History month.  Detroit has so much history and what better time then now to go out and discover it! In honor of Black History month, many places are offering free admission.  (Especially great if you have kids!)

Belle Isle Nature Zoo is hosting the Kuungana African Drum and Dance Company.  They will be presenting interactive drum and dance workshops for guests on Saturdays and Sundays throughout the month of February.  David Gakure will also be on site to share his experiences about growing up in Africa and coming to America. I think this is a great opportunity for kids!  I think it's important to expose them to different cultures and experiences.  The Detroit Zoo is also offering some great activities this month.  I didn't highlight them since they are not in the D, but I highly recommend checking them out too!

Another great place to check out is Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History .They are hosting a variety of things in honor of Black History month.  All of the exhibits are FREE with the cost of admission.  The cost is $8 for adults.  Today, they have the music of legendary Nigerian musician Fela Anikulapo-Kuti.  While listening to this inspiring music, guests are encouraged to make album like drawings based on how the music makes them feel.  There is also a puppet show geared towards kids.  Again, all of these activities are very family friendly, and AFFORDABLE.  All of these extras are FREE with admission.

The last place which is one of my personal favorites, is the Detroit Historical Museum. They are offering FREE admission today as they kick off Black History month.  This is an annual event.  Detroit definitely has some importance in Black History, from the underground railroad to Motown.  The Historical Museum highlights them all!  They will also have some great exhibits up for both kids as well as adults highlighting African culture and heritage.  So take the day to go down there and learn and embrace the culture and the African Experience. You won't be sorry!!

My parents took an African Safari a couple of years ago, and absolutely LOVED it.  For your viewing pleasure, I have included a few pics from their trip.  They could not stop raving about how beautiful it was, and how friendly everyone was.  Have you ever went somewhere only to be surprised by what you seen or experienced there?  Have you ever been somewhere expecting one thing and got something totally different? I would love to hear about it!