Upcoming Events

Hamden Black History Committee
Upcoming Events

The Hamden Black History Committee holds events throughout the year to highlight and celebrate the many accomplishments of historical figures as well as contemporaries in our community.

Come join us!

We appreciate your support. Our events honor and recognize members of the community for their accomplishments and service. Contact us to be notified of future events. Service Awards include:

– Community Service Award
– Business/Professional Service Award
– Professional Service Award 
– Religious Service Award
– “We See You” Youth Award

Our theme for 2026

“Against All Odds…We Still Rise”
Our Fundraisers and donations are used to help fund our Book Awards and promote/organize our programs to benefit the community.

-available to Hamden High School graduating seniors. Reach out to your guidance office for applications and criteria.