GREENWOOD, Dist. – The Greenwood community is pleased to announce the 4th Annual Black Wall Street Legacy Festival spanning from May 25 to June 1, 2024, in the Historic Greenwood District on Greenwood Avenue in Tulsa, Oklahoma, with Grammy Award-winning artist Anthony Hamilton as this year’s headliner.
This electrifying event promises to be a powerful tribute to the lives and legacies of Greenwood, honoring the indomitable spirit of those affected by the tragic events of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre.
Notably, this year’s festival will fall on the actual anniversary of the Tulsa Race Massacre, where organizers will host a remembrance ceremony during the concert to honor the survivors and the lives lost and offer hope for the future.
In addition, the upcoming festival will feature an array of attractions for all ages, spanning from savory food trucks to vibrant art exhibitions, business vendors, town halls and more. This family-oriented occasion will also include pony rides, face painting, inflatables for kids of all ages to enjoy.
“As we embark upon the resurgence of Black Wall Street through economic development, technology, and the arts, we believe it’s important to center and highlight the hard work and contributions of the everyday community members who work, live, and worship, in the historic Greenwood District. The festival is our love letter to the community and our ancestors that simply says we honor you, and we will never forget.”
Dr. Tiffany Crutcher, Tulsa Race Massacre descendant and Executive Director of the Terence Crutcher Foundation
Moreover, the event welcomes everyone with free admission yet offers a paid option for preferred seating. Proceeds will go towards funding future festivals and the revitalization of the North Pointe Shopping Center located on the North West boundary of the Historic Greenwood District.
2024 Black Wall Street Legacy Festival Official Schedule of Events
Reconciliation & Change: Lessons from Germany
Hosted by Fellowship Congregational Church UCC and Tulsa Metropolitan Ministries
May 25th | 6:00 PM-TBD
The Future of Greenwood: Built From The Fire
Hosted by Victor Luckerson, author
May 30th | 6:00 PM: Rudisill Regional Library
Black Wall Street Legacy Podcast
May 31st | 2:00 PM-6:00 PM: KBOB Radio Station
Greenwood Documentary Screening
Hosted by Justice for Greenwood and Lush Cosmetics
May 31st | 6:00 PM: Circle Cinema
3rd Annual Ride to Remember Black Wall Street
Hosted by The Community Light Foundation
June 1st | 7:00 AM- Starts at OSU-Tulsa
Black Wall Street Legacy Summit
June 1st | 12:00 PM-2:00 PM: Greenwood Cultural Center
African Street Festival Kicks Off
June 1st | 12:00 PM: Black Wall Street
Doorways to Hope Installation Opening-Artist Talk and Prayer Walk
Hosted by Marlon F. Hall, Minister Mary Williams, Rev. Dr. Joey Crutcher, Kode Ransom, Black Moon’s DJ NONAME, and No Parking Studios‘ DJ HIDDEN DISPLAY.
June 1st | 2:00 PM: Elgin Street Underpass
Youth Talent & Programing
June 1st | 4:00 PM: Historic Greenwood Lawn
Legacy Fest Block Party featuring DJ Soule
Jun1st | 5:00 PM-Historic Greenwood Lawn
Black Wall Street Legacy Awards
June 1st | 6:00 PM: Historic Greenwood Main stage
Black Wall Street Legacy Concert Kicks off
June 1st | 7:00 PM: Historic Greenwood Main stage
Remembrance Ceremony
June 1st | 8:30 PM: Historic Greenwood Main stage
Live Performance featuring Anthony Hamilton
June 1st | 9:00 PM: Historic Greenwood Main Stage
The Black Wall Street Legacy Festival is free and open to the public.
For more information, please visit www.blackwallstreetlegacyfest.com and follow its social media handles: Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
To Sponsor the 2024 Black Wall Street Legacy Festival: https://www.blackwallstreetlegacyfest.com/sponsorship
FESTIVAL SPONSORS
Terence Crutcher Foundation, Justice For Greenwood, Charles and Lynn Schusterman Family Philanthropies, George Kaiser Family Foundation, Latimer-Cooksey Foundation, Holberton, Tulsa Metropolitan Ministries, The Black Wall Street Times, Perry Publishing & Broadcasting
HEADLINER
Anthony Hamilton is a Grammy Award-winning R&B singer-songwriter known for his soulful voice and emotionally resonant lyrics. Born in North Carolina, Hamilton’s music blends elements of gospel, R&B, and blues, creating a unique sound that has captivated audiences worldwide. With hits like “Charlene” and “Coming from Where I’m From,” he has cemented his place as one of the most distinctive voices in contemporary soul music.
ABOUT
The Black Wall Street Legacy Festival seeks to elevate and amplify the hard work and voices of Black Tulsans over the last 100 years by offering opportunities to reflect, learn, and inspire through community-curated experiences.
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