Blavity.org, in partnership with AFROTECH, is heading to Austin to bring Black creators, freelancers, businesses and entrepreneurs together in one space and you’re invited! Come vibe with the best in the business, sip cocktails with other ambitious Black people, tune into our discussions, and learn how to take up space within any venue.Â
Come join a celebration for YOU, centered around Blackness, entrepreneurship, and community.
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Black Gravity Spaces aim to broaden communities of Black entrepreneurs and create connections and access to resources in an exclusive, distinctive, and comfortable environment.
Register for an event that will connect and inspire as you head into SXSW®
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BONUS: Attendees will get priority for scholarships to AFROTECH to be awarded this summer! The first 10 people to RSVP and attend will automatically receive a scholarship.
Austin's Downtown Black History Walk
This historical walking tour takes guests through the presence of Black people in the heart of downtown Austin. Since Austin’s establishment in 1839 and before, people of African descent have played an integral part in this city’s development. We journey through centuries of histories, contributions, and experiences that are seldom told. We will explore the history of enslavement in Austin, routes to freedom in Mexico for enslaved persons passing through Austin, and the Black businesses and institutions that once flourished downtown. On this one-mile walk, guests will engage in dialogue about Black people's role in Austin’s development and their continued presence.
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East Austin Black History Walk
This historic walking tour takes guests through the beginnings of Austin's Black community through the present. Guests will learn about The City of Austin's 1928 Master Plan and creation of the "Negro District", which is was centered around East 11th Street. We will visit important sites and institutions throughout our one-mile journey. Guests will also be able to engage in dialogue about the changing nature of East Austin and the city's Black community. A large part of this experience is to highlight local Black owned businesses in the neighborhood.
