The Schomburg Center’s annual Black Comic Book Festival recently returned for its 12th year uniting Black comic book enthusiasts.
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Sign up for our acclaimed free newsletter Editorially Black with the top Racial Equity stories of the day to your inbox! The Schomburg Center’s annual Black Comic Book Festival recently returned for its 12th year and united Black comic book enthusiasts for a celebration of creativity, diversity, and empowerment. The event was held April 26-27.
From vibrant comic-filled booths and engaging panels to thrilling cosplay showcases, the festival offered an immersive experience for fans of Black comics, while advancing the careers of Black and POC creators. Mike Allen at Rae Comics booth talks to festival attendee about comic seriesThis year, attendees saw the addition of new elements such as a musical, alongside long-standing favorites like the cosplay showcase and drawing workshops.
While preserving its legacy of authentic Black representation, the festival highlighted more voices within the community including LGBTQ+ and Black women’s voices. Amsterdam News is renowned for its reporting of the news of the day from a Black perspective for 113 years. Donors who choose to give monthly or annually will receive Amsterdam News’ Weekly E-Edition and acclaimed free weekday newsletter Editorially Black delivered by email.
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