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What’s Free to Do in New York: Nikki Giovanni and James Baldwin Screening, Booze Book Fair, and BHM Textile Workshop
Whether it’s a special viewing of two Black icons’ conversation or a boozy book fair, there’s plenty of free things to do in the first week of Black History Month.
It may be the dead of winter but it’s also Black History Month and Super Bowl weekend. WIth that in mind, there’s no shortage of stuff to venture out for–especially if you’re looking to do something interesting without breaking the bank. Check out our rundown.
Here’s what’s free.
Manhattan
Arsenal Gallery: Celebrating 40 Years of Ebony
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The Arsenal Gallery
Friday, Feb. 6, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Central Park 830 Fifth Ave. at 64th St., Third Floor Gallery
This is a great time to check out this showcase of The Ebony Society, featuring a selection of photographs from the society’s archive as well as poetry.
SOUL! Nikki Giovanni & James Baldwin: A Conversation
Hauser & Wirth
Saturday, Feb. 7, 2 p.m.– 5 p.m., 443 West 18th St.
Come delve into this film series on the legendary novelist and activist James Baldwin, selected by Glenn Ligon.
Brooklyn
Brooklyn Books and Booze Book Fair
Barrows Intense Tasting Room
Saturday, Feb. 7, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., 86 34th St., Brooklyn
Find yourself and maybe someone special at a place where books and cocktails converge, and pick up your next favorite book.
Black History Month: Textile Arts Workshop
Carmine Carro Community Center
Saturday, Feb. 7, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., 3000 Fillmore Ave., Brooklyn
Dr. Myrah Brown Green heads this workshop focused on Adinkra – African symbols that represent concepts, proverbs, and aphorisms.
Queens
Family Movie Night at Zeta Charter Elmhurst
Zeta Charter School, Elmhurst
Friday, Feb. 6, 5 p.m. – 7 p.m., 55-30 Junction Blvd., Queens
Come through for a fun-filled family night for the whole neighborhood, a free screening of Encanto. Snacks and drinks will be provided, and the Zeta Family Outreach & Enrollment team will be on-hand.
AHF Presents: Ohh Mamma! Burlesque Show
Colden Auditorium
Saturday, Feb. 7, 7 p.m. – 9 p.m., 153-49 Reeves Ave., Queens
Burlesque meets the classic story of love, friendship, and fabulous chaos. And this exciting celebration of International Condom Day features performances from Kylie Sonique Love.
Bronx
World Press Photo Exhibition 2025
Bronx Documentary Center
Saturday, Feb. 7, 4 p.m. – 8 p.m., 364 East 151st St., The Bronx
You can check out the 42 winners of the annual World Press Photo Contest, highlighting the year’s best and most important photojournalism and documentary photography
Now THAT'S Scary! NEFER Book Club with Zulie Tiburcio
Nefer Bookcafe´
Saturday, Feb. 7, 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m., 694 East 241st St., The Bronx
A book club for readers who love a good fright and want to explore what’s behind it.