Howard County BLK Author Expo 2026
Sat, Aug 01
|Harriet Tubman Cultural Center
An interactive community gathering and vendor marketplace celebrating African American authors and their works.
Time & Location
Aug 01, 2026, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Harriet Tubman Cultural Center, 8045 Harriet Tubman Ln, Columbia, MD 21044, USA
About the event
The Howard County BLK Author Expo celebrates the rich contributions of regional African American authors, featuring books across all genres and for all ages.
This year’s event will be held at the historic Harriet Tubman Cultural Center—a site deeply rooted in African American history. Originally opened in 1949 as Howard County’s only all-Black high school, the Harriet Tubman School stands as a powerful symbol of resilience, education, and community.
Today, the Cultural Center preserves that legacy while continuing to uplift and celebrate Black culture and contributions.
Hosting the Expo in this space brings added meaning as we gather to highlight and elevate African American voices in literature and public conversation.
Free and open to the public, the Expo offers opportunities for:
Authors, bookstores, artists/illustrators, and writing service providers to showcase their work and connect with book lovers.