Torn Apart a Film by April Mial
On June 6th from 5pm - 8pm come to experience the New York Premiere of the independent film Torn Apart, by April Mial. Come out to support a special first showing shared with our community.
VOICES
Step into history and experience the power of untold stories—Voices from the Past brings to life the real voices and lived experiences of former slaves in a moving Juneteenth theatre production honoring resilience, remembrance, and our ancestors.
Join us Friday, Juneteenth, June 19, 2026 from
1:00–4:00 PM EST
or
Friday, June 26, 2026 from 6:00–9:00 PM EST.
Donations appreciated for admission.
Don’t miss this powerful experience—reserve your seat, bring a friend, and be part of the remembrance.
Big Ideas, Real Impact.
We’ve Partnered with NYC Parks Green Thumb to water roots that make us stronger.
So, dig in, plant the seeds of connection, and let’s turnip for community! Join District 41’s Monthly Gardener Gatherings right here at BHH—where friendships grow and ideas bloom every first Thursday.
Study Latin in our Community
Join the WISTribe Latin Study Group and bring ancient language to life! Latin is the foundational language of Western civilization, known for its structure, precision, and lasting influence on modern languages and knowledge systems.
Learn in a welcoming environment.
Tuesdays at 6 PM at Brownsville Heritage House.
I Am a Storyteller:
I Got It From My Ancestors
Join us July 18 for —a moving theatrical production celebrating the power of ancestral storytelling. Limited seating. RSVP required.
Admission: $20 per person
Zelle: LLMurrell1095
Advanced Payments Only
(no payments accepted at the door)
Email: llmurrell1095@gmail.com
PAST EVENTS 2026
Thanks for Joining us!
Thank you to everyone who joined us for Community Revival Day 2026 at the Brownsville Heritage House! Your presence, support, and fellowship made this gathering truly special. Together, we shared in faith, strengthened our community, and uplifted one another in mind, body, and spirit. We are grateful for each and every person who came out—because of you, the day was filled with love, purpose, and unity. We look forward to continuing the journey together!
Thank You for Celebrating With Us!
Thank you so much for joining us at the Livonia Chow Mein book release party and community conversation on Black–Asian solidarity. We are so grateful you took the time to be part of this special event facilitated by Rev. Cathie Wright-Lewis, novelist and director of Power in the Pen Writing Workshop.
It was a joy to gather in community, share stories, and engage in thoughtful dialogue together. Your support, energy, and participation helped create an atmosphere of connection and inspiration that we will carry forward.
We hope you enjoyed the conversation and celebration as much as we did, and we look forward to continuing these important discussions with you
A FEW HIGHLIGHTS
Health is Our Wealth
Thank you for joining us for Music is Medicine. Your presence helped transform this gathering into something truly alive—an evening where sound became sanctuary, rhythm became restoration, and community became a powerful source of healing.
Together, we opened our hearts, lifted our voices, and allowed our spirits to move freely. In each note, each breath, and each shared moment, we remembered what it means to be connected—within ourselves and with one another.
You didn’t just attend—you contributed to the medicine. Your energy, your openness, and your willingness to sing, move, and simply be made this experience whole.
May the echoes of this night continue to resonate within you.
May the rhythm guide you; the songs sustain you, and the community remind you that you are never alone.
With gratitude and deep appreciation—until we gather again.
“Black
Scholarship”
Thank you for joining us for Golf Grief presents Vernel Bennett. Your presence helped honor Black Scholarship, lived experience, and the ongoing work of cultural preservation. We’re grateful to have share this meaningful evening with you.
Partying with Purose
Thank you to everyone who showed up and made our 1st Townhall Gathering such a powerful experience. Just Party Party truly proved that we can party with purpose—bringing thoughtful dialogue, community voices, and real issues to the table. From conversations on housing, the poverty line, minimum wage, and ganja/cannabis discrimination to the music, guest speakers, and collective energy in the room, this gathering was a reminder of what’s possible when community comes together with intention. We’re grateful to every speaker, participant, and supporter who helped make this moment meaningful.
Poets, Spoken Word Artists, Story Tellers and Muscians
Hosted by Shari B
Poets: DFaye, Kim Brandon, Olivia Taylor, Sandra Breaker and our musical guests Khaia (drums), Justin (bass) & Lex (piano)
Thank you to our phenomenal host, poets, our amazing live band, and everyone who came out to support the arts. The words, the music, and the energy in the room made this a night to remember. We’re so grateful to share this space with such a talented and passionate community spirit.
45 years Strong and a Gala that Shined just as Brightly
The Brownsville Heritage House 45th Anniversary Gala & Awards Ceremony, was a truly unforgettable celebration of our legacy and its deep roots in the community. The evening unfolded in a beautifully decorated room filled with warmth, elegance, and the pride of 45 years of service.
Highlights of the Night
A stunning gala space that blended sophistication with the cultural richness of BHH.
Spectacular food and drinks that elevated the celebration and delighted every guest.
Live Music of Ronnie Burrage accompanied by his band.
Inspiring words from our guest speakers - Attorney General Letitia James' video message, Dr. Sharon Deans (daughter of Ms. Patricia Deans,) who also presented Mr. Horace Young with the cultural award in her mother's name, Mrs. Lashawn-Allen Mohammed executive director of Central Brooklyn Economic Development Corporation, Councilman Chris Banks who also presented our Mother Gaston Leadership Award to Mrs. Iris Robertson and finally our very own Brownsville native Assemblywoman Latrice Walker. They all honored the past, celebrated the present, and energized the vision for the future.
The night captured everything the Brownsville Heritage House represents—heritage, unity, resilience, and community love—making it a celebration that will be remembered for years to come! Thank you to all that made it possible.
Let the Captured Moments below Bring you Back to the Joy they Hold.
GALA PHOTO GALLERY
Celebrating Women’s History Month
Thank you for Celebrating Women’s History Month with us for the two part series of honor, inspiration, and community. We celebrated the power, leadership, and cultural legacy of African Women.
Black Love
Extending our sincere gratitude to everyone who joined us for “Black Love.” Your presence helped create an evening filled with warmth, reflection, and genuine connection.
In the season of Valentine’s Day, the event beautifully captured the spirit of love in all its forms. Thank you for helping us honor relationships, strengthen community bonds, and celebrate the joy of love beyond the calendar. We look forward to welcoming you back for future gatherings that uplift and inspire our community.
We are so grateful for your presence at our Children’s Kwanzaa Celebration. Your support, joy, and participation helped make the event truly special for our young ones. By coming together to honor the Seven Principles, you’ve helped plant seeds of unity, pride, and cultural appreciation that will grow in their hearts for years to come. “Asante sana” for being part of this beautiful tradition and for helping us keep the spirit of Kwanzaa alive for the next generation.
For all that Came out, Thanks for Celebrating with us!
It was such a powerful and joy‑filled evening. Your presence helped transform the room into a true community gathering—one where music, memory, and story intertwined in the way we hoped they would. Ronnie Burrage and the Holographic Principle, brought their full hearts to the stage. The energy you brought made the experience complete.
Nights like this remind us why we come together: to listen, to connect, and to celebrate the culture and history that shape us. We’re grateful you chose to share our space with us, and we look forward to creating more moments that resonate just as deeply.