From Muhammad’s ambition came Black Marriage Day, a celebration that has gained considerable momentum since first being observed in 30 or so communities in 2003. Black Marriage Day events are now held every March – typically during the third weekend of the month – at city halls, community centers, houses of worship and other locations in more than 300 metropolitan areas nationwide.
Enter the Marriage Resource Center here in Greater Detroit, which began hosting a Black Marriage Day dinner at The Wright Museum in 2008. By 2011, the group aligned with the museum, and with educator, psychologist and ordained minister Kenya Ayers, PhD, to host a Black Marriage Day event that gave folks a chance to feast, win great prizes, gain valuable insight and more. From choreographed dance performances by married couples, to the screening of a documentary on black couples touting marriage from their personal experiences, to a luncheon featuring a popular local comedian and more, Black Marriage Day has been well received at The Wright Museum year after year. Click the links below to see how:
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