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Alameda County marks Black History Month, honors local leaders and museum exhibit
Summary
The Board of Supervisors proclaimed February 2026 as Black History Month and commended community leaders and the Oakland Museum of California for work preserving Black history and culture.
The Alameda County Board of Supervisors proclaimed February 2026 as Black History Month and honored leaders and institutions for their work preserving and teaching local Black history.
President Halbert opened the set matter by noting the centennial of organized national observances for Black History Month and recognized community figures and institutions. Freddie Davis, president of the Hayward South Alameda County NAACP, accepted a proclamation and reflected on a lifetime of civil-rights advocacy. "We got to keep moving forward," Davis said, thanking the board and urging continued community solidarity.
The board also commended the Oakland Museum of California for its "Black Spaces Reclaimed and Remain" exhibit; Daniea Talley, the museum's associate curator of history, thanked the supervisors and invited the public to the exhibit, which runs through March 1. Professor Steven Cleveland and Robert Phillips (BayWell Health) were also recognized for contributions to education, storytelling and health equity in the county.
Supervisors emphasized that the commemorations align with the county's ongoing commitments to equity and community-based programming. The ceremony included short remarks from each honoree and a photo opportunity; the board then opened for any remaining public comment.
