Black Family Reunion in Washington, DC

The Black Family Reunion is a two-day festival held each September on the National Mall in Washington, DC that celebrates the strength and values of African American families. The festival, sponsored by the National Council of Negro Women, Inc., includes free concerts, arts and crafts, an international marketplace, health screenings, food and activities for kids. The 2009 entertainment lineup features a concert with Charlie Wilson on Saturday and CeCe Winans and J. Moss on Sunday.

Dates and Times
September 12-13, 2009
Noon to 8 p.m.
Concerts from 5 to 8 p.m.

Location
The Black Family Reunion is held between 7th and 14 Streets near Constitution Avenue, NW, Washington, DC. See a map of the National Mall

Themed Pavilions at the Black Family Reunion

• Children’s Pavilion - features story telling and animation instruction
  
  
• Health Pavilion - offers free blood pressure, cholesterol and glucose screenings
  
  
• Women’s Health and Day Spa Pavilion - gives beauty makeover presentations
  
  
• Sports & Fitness Pavilion - provides information about a variety of fun activities
  
  
• Education Pavilion - inspires learning
  
  
• Fathers, Sons & Brothers Pavilion - reaffirms the values of family
  
  
• National Council of Negro Women’s Family Values Pavilion - provides information about the sponsoring organization

For information about this year’s performances, see the official website or call (202) 737-0120.