At the Vanguard—A ‘90s College Reunion

Name: At the Vanguard—A ‘90s College Reunion
Start: 2026-06-19T18:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-06-20T23:00:00-04:00
Location: National Museum of African American History and Culture

Schedule

Fri, 19 Jun, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Sat, 20 Jun, 2026 at 11:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

National Museum of African American History and Culture | Washington, DC

Get ready to relive your college days with good vibes, old friends, and plenty of '90s nostalgia at this hbcu reunion bash.
About this Event

This Summer Solstice weekend, join us for “At the Vanguard—A ‘90s College Reunion,” a two-night celebration inspired by the music, style, creativity, and cultural legacy of 1990s Black college life and our exhibition, “At the Vanguard: Making and Saving History at HBCUs.”Inspired by the energy of iconic films like “House Party” and “School Daze,” the weekend brings together DJs, dancing, fashion, nostalgia, and community for an immersive experience celebrating the spirit and influence of HBCU culture.Come dressed in your favorite ‘90s-inspired look—or come as you are and enjoy the celebration. Whether it’s colorful windbreakers, bamboo earrings, varsity jackets, denim sets, gold chains, and Afrocentric prints, or simply your everyday style, everyone’s invited to be part of the vibe.