Smithville was.

Smithville is.

Smithville will be.

BLACK HISTORY MONTH

HISTORY

The Smithville Community Coalition, in partnership with the Cornelius Parks & Recreation Department, celebrates Black History Month each year with a special event in February. This free, public event is offered in collaboration with the Cain Center for the Arts, and features art, performances, speakers, and more. 

2025 BLACK HISTORY MONTH EVENTS

PAST EVENTS

Mayor Woody Washam and Willie Jones, SCC Executive Director

Mayor Woody Washam, Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D, and Justin Dionne, Center for the Arts Executive Director