Here is part of the Sacramento History Museum Black History exhibit. Photo courtesy of the Sacramento History Museum 

SACRAMENTO, CA (MPG) – Sacramento History Museum officials are excited to offer two engaging ways for the community to celebrate Black History Month: by experiencing a limited-time exhibit of triumph and by enjoying a lively night of Sacramento jazz and blues blended with Black history.

In proud partnership with the Sojourner Truth African Heritage Museum, the Sacramento History Museum has a special exhibit on display, “A History of African American Educators,” through March 30.

The culturally-rich exhibit features two 19th-century teachers who prevailed against racial discrimination by breaking down discriminatory barriers to equal education. The exhibit provides a unique opportunity for visitors to experience what it might have felt like sitting in an early 20th-century classroom, to discover the challenges of segregated schools, and to learn about the triumphs of educators. The educators include Elizabeth Thorn Scott Flood and Sarah Mildred Jones, who broke barriers to provide free public education to all ages and races. This limited-time exhibit is included with museum admission.

To close out Black History Month, the Sacramento History Museum will present “The West End Blues,” a night of entertainment from the Harley White Jr. Orchestra, offering a blend of history and music. The event is from 6 to 8 p.m. Feb. 27. Guests will enjoy the sounds of big-band jazz, setting the stage for a journey into Sacramento's West End.

In addition to the powerful music, Sacramento historian William Burg will weave in captivating tales from the lost neighborhood, bringing the stories of its vibrant community to life. With a mix of live music, captivating narratives and historic photos, “The West End Blues” event will highlight the triumphs, struggles and untold stories of Sacramentans who have faded from memory.

“The West End Blues” tickets cost $50 for adults; $35 for members and $35 for youth (under 21) and include appetizers and nonalcoholic drinks plus adults (ages 21-plus) will receive two free drink tickets for wine. Tickets are limited and available at sachistorymuseum.org/events/a-sacramento-jazz-story-west-end-blues.

The Sacramento History Museum, located at 101 I St., Old Sacramento, is managed by the Sacramento History Alliance, a nonprofit organization dedicated to making Sacramento’s history accessible to all. In partnership with the City and County of Sacramento, the Sacramento History Alliance operates the Sacramento History Museum and its programs, including the Underground Tours, educational school programs and community cultural events.

For more information about the Sacramento History Museum and/or the Sacramento History Alliance, visit SacHistoryMuseum.org.