The State of Black Maine Symposium aims to create and sustain a public platform to amplify Black Maine voices, unify across difference, build solidarity, foster collaboration, hold space for creative expression, and inspire bold collective visioning.

a day of rich conversation, music, connection, learning, and celebration!

Featuring musical performances by local Black artists, panel discussions between Black elders and youth leaders on their experiences growing up in Maine, delicious food prepared by Black-owned businesses, and sessions on the state of Black business, education, justice, and the arts...

a truly historic event you won't want to miss!