Black Cowboy Festival 2024
Presented by the Black Cultural Enlightenment Society (BCE Society)
Event Overview:
Celebrating the rich legacy and enduring contributions of African-American cowboys and frontiersmen, the Black Cowboy Festival is an annual rendezvous of education, recreation, and cultural appreciation. The festival has become a cornerstone event in promoting the historical and contemporary significance of African-American contributions to cowboy and frontier culture.
Historical Context:
The narrative of the black cowboy is a profound chapter in America’s history, often overlooked. The post-Civil War era saw thousands of African Americans venturing into the West, embodying the spirit of resilience, and shaping the cowboy culture. Their stories are integral to America's cultural fabric, fostering inclusivity and historical awareness.
The goal of the BCE Society is:
- Improve the quality of community relations through the unification of people from diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Develop an Equine facility
- Promote agricultural interest and teach self-reliance
- Increase visitation through tourism, recreation, entertainment, education and arts.