Black Meetings & Tourism - BLACK MEETINGS & TOURISM, IN ASSOCIATION WITH THE NATIONAL POLICY ALLIANCE, AND THE WORLD CONFERENCE OF MAYORS, LAUNCHES BLACK

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BLACK MEETINGS & TOURISM, IN ASSOCIATION WITH THE NATIONAL POLICY ALLIANCE, AND THE WORLD CONFERENCE OF MAYORS, LAUNCHES BLACK AMERICA 250 NATIONAL CAMPAIGN
*Black Meetings & Tourism,* in association with the National Policy Alliance, and the World Conference of Mayors, launches BLACK AMERICA 250 National Campaign, declaring that Black history is a part of American history EVERY MONTH of EVERY Year Los Angeles, California - Black Meetings & Tourism (BM&T), the National Policy Alliance (NPA) and the World Conference of Mayors (WCM), proudly introduces Black America 250 , a national media and marketing initiative commemorating the U.S.A.'s 250th Anniversary (the Semiquincentennial) celebrating the role African American history plays in the enduring contribution, preservation and triumph of the American story. In conjunction with the overall initiative, BM&T unveils www.theblackamerica250.org the official website where readers can explore the initiative, its purpose, and opportunities for participation. The site offers an accessible, unique engaging space that reflects both the gravity of history and the immediacy of the present moment. A nationwide campaign, Black America 250 recognizes the historic, cultural, civic, and institutional impact of African Americans from the country’s founding through today. Various components of the campaign will unfold between now and July 4, 2026, serving as both a commemorative observance and a forward-looking framework for engagement across communities and industries. Black America 250 is guided by four pillars which include: A celebration of ourLegacy, honoring the individuals, institutions, and historic treasures of African descent that have shaped the nation; An Elder to Youth intergenerational program encouraging young people to engage seniors in conversations about history, resilience, and progress; Recognition of Civic Leadership and the role public servants play in advancing African American communities, and; *TRAVEL* *BLACK* *AMERICA* *250* , a focused and ongoing promotional effort encouraging travelers to, and within, the U.S. to enjoy culturally enriching experiences in destinations throughout the nation and its territories. As part of the Travel Black America 250 pillar, the highly anticipated www.travelblackamerica250.com, (TBA 250) platform will launch in July 2026. It will serve as a centralized hub for elevating destination marketing organizations, tourism bureaus, cultural institutions, and meeting professionals—providing a dedicated digital platform to explore and book visits to African American cultural and heritage sites, venues and activities in cities and towns, known and unknown, across the country and in U.S. territories. Travel Black America 250 is spearheaded by the publishers of Black Meeting & Tourism, Solomon and Gloria Herbert who recently stated, “Our vision is that when international visitors and U.S citizens alike, experience these destinations they are reminded not of division, but of the collective triumph of history, preserved legacies that honor a nation made stronger by acknowledging the heritage that built it.” Industry professionals and the public are invited to visit www.theblackamerica250.org to learn more about the Black America 250 campaign and follow its progress. CONTACT: gloria@theblackamerica250.org Regarding: media inquiries, partnerships, participation opportunities

Industry Briefs

BLACK MEETINGS & TOURISM, IN ASSOCIATION WITH THE NATIONAL POLICY ALLIANCE, AND THE WORLD CONFERENCE OF MAYORS, LAUNCHES BLACK AMERICA 250 NATIONAL CAMPAIGN

Black Meetings & Tourism, in association with the National Policy Alliance, and the World Conference of Mayors,

launches BLACK AMERICA 250 National Campaign, declaring that

Black history is a part of American history

EVERY MONTH of EVERY Year

Los Angeles, California - Black Meetings & Tourism (BM&T), the National Policy Alliance (NPA) and the World Conference of Mayors (WCM), proudly introduces Black America 250 , a national media and marketing initiative commemorating the U.S.A.'s 250th Anniversary (the Semiquincentennial) celebrating the role African American history plays in the enduring contribution, preservation and triumph of the American story.

In conjunction with the overall initiative, BM&T unveils www.theblackamerica250.org the official website where readers can explore the initiative, its purpose, and opportunities for participation. The site offers an accessible, unique engaging space that reflects both the gravity of history and the immediacy of the present moment.

A nationwide campaign, Black America 250 recognizes the historic, cultural, civic, and institutional impact of African Americans from the country’s founding through today. Various components of the campaign will unfold between now and July 4, 2026, serving as both a commemorative observance and a forward-looking framework for engagement across communities and industries.

Black America 250 is guided by four pillars which include:

A celebration of ourLegacy, honoring the individuals, institutions, and historic treasures of African descent that have shaped the nation;

An Elder to Youth intergenerational program encouraging young people to engage seniors in conversations about history, resilience, and progress;

Recognition of Civic Leadership and the role public servants play in advancing African American communities, and;

TRAVEL BLACK AMERICA 250 , a focused and ongoing promotional effort encouraging travelers to, and within, the U.S. to enjoy culturally enriching experiences in destinations throughout the nation and its territories.

As part of the Travel Black America 250 pillar, the highly anticipated www.travelblackamerica250.com, (TBA 250) platform will launch in July 2026. It will serve as a centralized hub for elevating destination marketing organizations, tourism bureaus, cultural institutions, and meeting professionals—providing a dedicated digital platform to explore and book visits to African American cultural and heritage sites, venues and activities in cities and towns, known and unknown, across the country and in U.S. territories.

Travel Black America 250 is spearheaded by the publishers of Black Meeting & Tourism, Solomon and Gloria Herbert who recently stated, “Our vision is that when international visitors and U.S citizens alike, experience these destinations they are reminded not of division, but of the collective triumph of history, preserved legacies that honor a nation made stronger by acknowledging the heritage that built it.”

Industry professionals and the public are invited to visit www.theblackamerica250.org to learn more about the Black America 250 campaign and follow its progress.

CONTACT: gloria@theblackamerica250.org
Regarding: media inquiries, partnerships, participation opportunities