The only remaining all-black town, west of the Mississippi River, is holding its Annual Homecoming weekend to honor its 144 years of heritage and history. The Northwest Kansas Community will hold its annual Homecoming Emancipation Celebration today, July 28 through Sunday, July 31.
Nicodemus was founded shortly after the Civil War by former enslaved African Americans from Kentucky, who had the dream of building a town they could call their own. Every July, descendants of Nicodemus return to reacquaint themselves with old friends and family as well as celebrate the community’s history.
The town is currently comprised of five historic buildings representing church, self-government, education, home and business. The multi-day event will feature guest speakers and performers. The festivities start today.
