Bicentennial
Events

Mark Your Calendar!

There are a number of exciting events related to the Bicentennial happening throughout the year. Check back often, as new events are added all the time.

Early Florida Maps & Tallahassee’s Bicentennial

The Grove Museum 902 N. Monroe Street, Tallahassee, FL, United States

On display at The Grove Museum from January 11, 2024, to June 30, 2024, Early Florida Maps & Tallahassee’s Bicentennial features maps on loan from the Cognetta Family Trust Map […]

Free

Bicentennial Reading Challenge

Virtual , United States

Celebrate the Tallahassee-Leon County Bicentennial with the Leon County Public Library! Explore Tallahassee-Leon County's rich heritage, complete fun activities, and earn badges while reading books as part of our Beanstack […]

Reflections and Reckoning: Brown v. Board of Education at 70.

Anderson Brickler Gallery 1747 S Adams Street, Tallahassee, FL, United States

Join us for the latest exhibition at the Anderson Brickler Gallery, opening on February 2nd. The Brown v. Board of Education decision, issued unanimously by the Supreme Court of the […]

Free

SOULFUL FEELIN’: FOLK ART CELEBRATION OPENING NIGHT AT RILEY

John G. Riley Center & Museum 419 E. Jefferson Street, Tallahassee, FL, United States

In partnership with LeMoyne Arts, the John G. Riley Center & Museum will host the opening night of the Soulful Feelin' art exhibit, which will showcase the history and culture […]

Free

TLH Reckoning vs. Brook House Academy

Gene Cox Stadium 601 Paul Russell Rd, Tallahassee, FL, United States

Tallahassee's first ever women's pre-professional sports team in the 200 year history, TLH Reckoning! > Local Dreams > Local Players > Local Ownership > Local Legacy Experience the thrill of […]

Tallahassee Woman Magazine Wine & Wisdom | Sister Speak

Vino Beano 1309 Thomasville, Tallahassee, FL, United States

Join us for an evening of empowerment and connection at TWM's Sister Speak event, where women come together to share their wisdom, sip on delightful drinks, and activate their authentic […]

Free

BBMC Women’s Small Business Month Awards Luncheon

As part of BBMC's ongoing efforts to continuously place the spotlight on women business leaders in the Big Bend region, the Women's Business Council of the Big Bend Minority Chamber […]

Southern Shakespeare Festival

The Adderley Amphitheater at Cascades Park 1001 S. Gadsden St., Tallahassee, FL

Southern Shakespeare Company’s FREE Shakespeare in the Park Festival has been a downtown Tallahassee tradition at Cascades Park since 2015. The mainstage festival performances play Thursday-Sunday at 7:30 PM and […]

Free

Nature & History Walk at The Grove

The Grove Museum 902 N. Monroe Street, Tallahassee, FL, United States

On May 11, John Grandage, Assistant Director for Historical Resources, will lead a guided walking tour of The Grove Museum. In honor of 20th of May—Emancipation in Florida, the program […]

Free

TLH Reckoning vs. Florida Elite

Gene Cox Stadium 601 Paul Russell Rd, Tallahassee, FL, United States

Tallahassee's first ever women's pre-professional sports team in the 200 year history, TLH Reckoning! > Local Dreams > Local Players > Local Ownership > Local Legacy Experience the thrill of […]

Freedom’s Eve Emancipation Concert

The Adderley Amphitheater at Cascades Park 1001 S. Gadsden St., Tallahassee, FL

A FREE performance honoring Freedom’s Eve and Florida’s Emancipation Day. This concert was planned in partnership with the Florida Department of State, the John G. Riley Center & Museum, Soul […]

Free

Emancipation Day Celebration

Knott House Museum 301 E. Park Ave., Tallahassee, FL, United States

A reenactment of the reading of the Emancipation Proclamation held annually on the steps of the Knott House Museum.