We The People: Prince George's 250 Block Party/Fiesta de Bloque

You are invited to the PGC250 We the People Block Party on Saturday, May 30th! This event is part of a series of events that will celebrate Prince George’s County’s history, arts, culture and more as we commemorate and observe the United States’ Semiquincentennial – the 250th Anniversary of the Signing of the Declaration of Independence.

At the We the People Block Party, you will enjoy performances, live music, film screenings, panel discussions, activities, games, demonstrations, food and drink local to Prince George’s County and the DMV region! Be sure to pick up a PGParks Pastport here!

We hope you will join us for an inclusive observance of the 250th Anniversary that recognizes all Marylanders’ struggle for life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness before, during, and after the Revolution. Prince George’s County’s history is American history!

Info: The National Black Cultural Information Trust, Inc. will host activities showcasing 250 Years of African American cultural arts and history through take home activities, coloring books, children's books, storytelling, and cultural vending.

Info: The Senior Film Screening is a 250th M-NCPPC initiative to have a record of remembrances, thoughts, and ideas for the future, from the senior citizens in the Prince George’s County area. Many of the questions were around their thoughts for the 250th anniversary, including what it means to be an American, what the 250th means to them, etc.

Info: Janis Hagey (Founder of Sankofa IMPACT, Inc.), Kevin Porter (President of the White Marsh Historical Society), and Doug McElrath (Advisory Board Member on University of Maryland’s 1856 Project) will examine the Echoes of the Enslaved in Prince George’s County, including the Transatlantic Slave Trade along the Patuxent and Potomac Rivers, the Roman Catholic Church’s development in the United States, and the abolition of slavery in Maryland.

They will describe the cultural continuum between the African diaspora and our rich cultural heritage and ultimately encourage the audience to explore the connection between this history and contemporary issues, especially today.

Info: The event will commence with Piscataway Acknowledgement and The Piscataway Indian Nation Dancers will perform a series of dances to open the full day of activities on the main stage.

Info: Originally from Prince George’s County, Jayla Elise is a Dorchester County singer-songwriter. She will perform two songs, “The Heart of Maryland” and “America’s Calling” as part of PGC250’s kick-off event. In 2026, The Heart of Maryland was nominated to become the official Maryland State Song.

Info: The Fritete African Drumming & Dance Group is a part of the Performing Arts Center for African Cultures. They will provide Community Drum Circle, Interactive Call & Response Games, and an African Dance Demo.

Info: The Odyssey Band is a local band that formed at the University of Maryland, College Park. They are a psychedelic rock band that plays an eclectic range of music in the DMV.

Info: The Maryland250 Commission provided funding for the Citizen Academies throughout the state. Be sure to witness history as Citizen Academy Awards are provided at the end of this momentous event.

Info: Join This Could Go Boom! is a nonprofit organization that supports gender diversity in music and strives for gender equity in music. They will host a sing-a-long and live music performances at the PGC250 Block Party.

Info: “Each of us has a story to tell, and we all have a role to play in writing our collective story." "Cada uno de nosotros tiene una historia que contar, y todos tenemos un papel que desempeñar en la escritura de nuestra historia colectiva."

“In Our Eyes: A Tapestry of Hyattsville’s History” brings to life the past, present, and future of Hyattsville and the surrounding area by featuring stories from residents aged 60 and older. Supported in part by the Maryland State Arts Council, this ensemble worked with Yard Dramas to weave these narratives into a single production that celebrates our diversity while acknowledging that countless more voices and stories remain to be heard.

Info: Ampersand 250th & Music of the New Nation is a musical and storytelling group of musicians who bring the music of the American Revolution era alive. Ampersand’s special concert program honors the 250th commemoration of the Declaration of Independence, and features songs and tunes of the new nation, particularly those written by contemporaries at the time. They share the stories behind the songs they’ve chosen. The program is lively and interactive, celebrating colonial music from 1730-1830.

Info: Joe's Movement Emporium Presents: Black Leaves Dance Company's "Through Our Eyes"

Through Our Eyes will take you on a journey through time, where music, dance, culture, and history are amplified by “black magic”. From the birth of dance to the songs and events that defined a generation, this show will transport you through the decades, moving and inspiring you.

Black Leaves Dance Company is an all-Black, all-male, queer-inclusive dance company specializing in modern ballet, highlighting the stories and perspectives of Black men in America and exploring themes related to identity and self-actualization: questions of masculinity, sexuality, religion, and race.

Info: Join us for music, dance, and storytelling that celebrates the culture and history of Africa and African Americans in the diaspora! Taratibu Youth Association (TYA) is a non-profit, young people’s performing arts program that creates transformative experiences through the performing arts for African American youth and young adults. Come and experience a performance of South African Gumboot dance, song, Taratibu a Pan African Drill, and spoken word, as they tell stories of survival and empowerment.

Info: Throughout the day, the PGC250 Block Party will host informational tables and activities broken out by section. Be sure to stop by and see what all of these groups have to offer and engage in the games and activities they have planned.

Info: Stop by and meet folks from: City of Bowie Bike/PED Safety, Maryland Department of Environment, MD Two Fifty, Preservation Maryland, Prince George’s Office of Human Rights,
UMD Extension Master Gardener Program, PFLAG Bowie, Bowie Community Exchange, M-NCPPC Public Affairs, and check out two voter registration groups!

Info: At the Creative Corner, you will find fun activities to engage with from the Performing Arts Center for African Cultures, Piscataway Nation Jewelry table, Maryland Humanities, Prince George's Arts and Humanities Council, Teaching Artists of the Mid-Atlantic, the Prince George's Genealogical Society, The Write Women, and visit a booth with information about Maryland’s Boundaries and Lady Aimee's Fine Sewing & Sutlery.

Info: Get ready to get active with M-NCPPC's Arts on a Roll, M-NCPPC Lawn Games, NPS History Mobile, VR-SC (virtual reality), and a moon bounce for the ages

Info: Learn all about history with info tables from UMD's 1856 Project, AAHGS-PGCMD, City of Bowie Museums, Prince George's Lynching Memorial Project, Governor Robert Bowie DAR Chapter, White Marsh Historical Society, NCRTV Museum, Sankofa IMPACT, Inc.,Sankofa Mobile Museum, M-NCPPC Historic Sites table

Info: Be sure to visit the PGCMLS Library2Go Truck and say hi to M-NCPPC's Placemaking Division. Food trucks on site include: Renays Brownnee Bar, Plot Twist Mocktails, Meat My Buns,
Cookin’ Cousins, Bill’s Backyard BBQ, Smoken Lo’s BBQ, Cocina Los Tóxicos

Info: Go inside the library and check out information tables from Prince George’s County Historical Society and the Prince George's County Genealogical Society. And, be sure to check out Regina’s Black Artifacts Pop Up Museum!

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