City of Pittsburgh celebrating Black History Month by honoring August Wilson

Black History Month
Black History Month Photo credit City of Pittsburgh

The City of Pittsburgh celebrates the life and works of playwright August Wilson throughout Black History Month.

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A downtown display and online salute showcase Pittsburgh’s native son.

Visit the City's website for their Black History Month activities.

Wilson won acclaim from literary and theater critics for his plays that portray the African American experience in the twentieth century.

Throughout Black History Month, the City of Pittsburgh and University of Pittsburgh Library System invite you to celebrate the life and works of American playwright August Wilson.

A month long display in the City-County Building’s grand lobby features a variety of photographs, playbills, handwritten notes, reproduction play materials, other memorabilia and an interactive activity.

View online content here.

Featured Image Photo Credit: City of Pittsburgh