February 27 – March 1, 2026 marks the inaugural year of Black Legacy Weekend — a bold, multi-day cultural movement designed to lay the foundation for generational impact across South Carolina and beyond.
Black Legacy Weekend is curated by The Jeffrey and Harriet Lampkin Foundation, a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to strengthening communities through education, civic engagement, economic empowerment, youth development, and health equity initiatives.
The Foundation’s ongoing work includes the Golden Gang Senior Enrichment Program, youth arts and mentorship initiatives, college and career readiness support, AI and technology access programming in rural communities, voter engagement efforts, and community-based health advocacy projects.
“This is our foundation year. We are laying bricks for generations to come. Legacy is not what you leave when you’re gone — legacy is what you build while you’re here,” said Professor Jeffrey Lampkin.
Black Legacy Gala
The inaugural Black Legacy Gala will be held on February 27 at The Granary Event Center in Columbia, SC. Honorees include:
• Congressman James Clyburn – Legacy of Conscience Award Honoree
• Mother Jannie R. Jackson
• Dr. Roslyn Clark Artis
• Executive Erica Acie
• Bishop Eric Freeman
• Attorney Donald Gist
• Judge L. Tenelle Barksdale
• Coach Sterling C
• Mr. Don Jackson
• Dr. Teresa Jackson
There will be special tributes by Blanche McAllister-Dykes, Kristen Jamison, Regina Skeeters, and Jarvis Jett.
We Outside: Black Men Rising Rally
The We Outside: Black Men Rising Rally will be held on February 28 at the South Carolina State House Grounds at 10AM. Celebrating the 30th Anniversary of the Million Man March. Featuring official voter registration in partnership with the Columbia Branch NAACP and the B3 Buy Black Boulevard sponsored by The City of Columbia Office of Business Opportunities.
“Our vote is our voice. Our unity is our strength. In this inaugural year, we are planting the flag for generational impact,” said Professor Jeffrey Lampkin.
The Black Legacy Medical Village
The Black Legacy Medical Village will feature free medical screenings and wellness services provided during the rally to address health disparities and expand access to preventative care. It will be hosted by:
• Dr. James Stroman, D.O. – Family Medicine | Community Health Advocate
• Dr. Rakiya V. F. Miller, M.D. – Physician | Women’s Health Champion
Black Excellent Classic
In partnership with Benedict College, this showcase unites counties through sport, pride, and excellence.
The Sound of Music Joyfest
The Sound of Music Joyfest will be held on March 1 at Colonial Life Arena. It will feature:
• The Legendary Clark Sisters
• Dr. Travis Greene
• Kierra Sheard
• Le’Andria Johnson
• Jonathan McReynolds
• Zacardi Cortez
• Darrel Walls
• Lucinda Moore
• Michael Boone
• Jeffrey Lampkin
For interviews or media inquiries: Weekend.com“>Info@BlackLegacy-Weekend.com.
