AFLSE Houston: Black History Month Bike Ride
Join Houston alumni for a bike ride through Houston's historic Third Ward.
Saturday, April 5th, 2025
12:00 pm until 4:00 pm
Meet at:
912 St. Charles Street
Houston, TX 77003-3632
Hop on your bike and join us for our 4th Annual Black History Bike Tour, where we'll pedal through history together! It's our 4th Annual Black History Bike Tour and we're excited to do it again. Get ready to pedal through the streets of Houston and explore the rich history and culture of the city's Black community.
This in-person event will take you on a journey through significant landmarks and sites that highlight the contributions of Black individuals to our city's history. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to celebrate and learn about Black history in Houston while getting some exercise.
This event is also in recognition of LSE’s Global Day of Volunteering and supports our collective efforts to bring attention to the importance of communities, mobility and connectivity!
This event is free, but please RSVP on the left to the AFLSE Houston Chapter.
Additional Description: Our upcoming Black History Month Bike Ride through Houston's historic Third Ward will celebrate the rich African American cultural legacy of this vibrant community. The ride will take participants on a journey through significant landmarks, including the Houston Post Building, Emancipation Park, and the iconic Eldorado Ballroom, while highlighting the contributions of figures like Mack Hannah Jr. and Arnett Cobb. Stops will include sites like the Houston Negro Hospital and Cuney Homes, honoring pivotal moments in history such as Houston's first sit-in and the TSU Riot of 1967. Participants will have the opportunity to reflect on the powerful stories behind the Black Lives Matter street mural and Project Row Houses, while also visiting hubs of activism like the S.H.A.P.E. Center and People's Party II headquarters. This immersive experience will bring history to life, fostering a deeper appreciation for the enduring spirit of Third Ward and its lasting impact on Houston and beyond.
Note: Should you need a bike, please let the AFLSE Houston Chapter know. Otherwise, bring your bike and lets ride!
Here's the general route:
https://www.strava.com/routes/3302344411417503506.
Facebook link:
Fourth Annual Black History Bike Tour.
E-mail chapter leaders at houston@aflse.org with any questions.
Attending this event at this location is your choice. Please do not attend an event if you have a fever or feel unwell, or if you have tested positive for Covid-19 or have been exposed to someone with Covid-19.