FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 12/26/2025
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Susan Scully Petroni
City of Framingham Public Information Officer
spetroni@framinghamma.gov
508-782-8629
Framingham 325th Committee Accepting Nomination For Black History Month Exhibit
FRAMINGHAM - The Framingham 325th Celebration Committee and the City of Framingham are inviting residents to nominate individuals for the 2026 Black History Month exhibit, which honors community members who have made significant contributions to Framingham.
In February 2025, the City’s 325th Celebration Committee unveiled the inaugural exhibit recognizing 17 notable individuals spanning 1700 to 2025:
Abel Benson
Brandale Randolph
Crispus Attucks
Daniel Louis Giro
Dr. Frank A. Crossley
Dr. Esther A. H. Hopkins
Larry Garron
Meta Vaux Warrick Fuller
Nicole Obi
Olli Gadson
Patrick Nizarudeen St. Pierre
Peter Salem
Ron Burton
Royal L. Bolling Sr.
Dr. Solomon Carter Fuller
Todd Russell Hill
Dr. Yvonne Spicer
For 2026, the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Office and the 325th Celebration Committee plan to select 6–8 additional honorees to be featured.
The 2026 Black History Month exhibit is scheduled to open in mid-February 2026 at Historic Nevins Hall in the Memorial Building.
Community members may nominate individuals who currently live in Framingham, have lived in Framingham for a significant period, graduated from a Framingham school, or have made a meaningful impact on the community.
Nominations may be submitted in the following categories:
Arts & Culture
Science, Technology & Innovation
Education (K–12) & Higher Education
Sports & Leisure
Community Service
Government & Public Service
Health & Wellness
Business & Entrepreneurship
Social Justice & Advocacy
Faith & Spiritual Leadership
Media, Journalism & Communications
Beginning in 2027, the DEI Office will assume responsibility for the exhibit with a goal of adding 5–6 individuals each year.
Deadline for nominations: Sunday, January 11, 2026, at 11:59 PM.
To submit a nomination, please complete the Black History Month Nomination Form here and provide information about the nominee’s connection to Framingham, contributions in the selected categories, and any additional information reflecting their impact on diversity and inclusivity in the community. Supporting documents may also be uploaded in Word or PDF format.
To nominate an individual visit -- https://framinghamma.gov/FormCenter/Boards-Committees-Commissions-39/2025-Black-History-Month-Nomination-Form-194