Meek-Eaton Black Archives Research Center & Museum at FAMU

(850) 599-3020

Housed within the first Carnegie Library built on a black land-grant college campus, the Meek-Eaton Black Archives has one of the most extensive collections of African American artifacts in the Southeast. One of 10 black archives in the country, it contains more than 500,000 archival records and 5,000 artifacts in its collection.
Hours:
Closed on Mondays
Tuesday - Friday 10 AM TO 4:30 PM
Saturday 10 AM to 3 PM

Visitors must enter the building through the front, where the Carnegie Library is located. Additionally, if they choose to park in the guest parking spots in the rear near Dyson Pharmacy, visitors must first proceed to the FAMU Welcome Center or Parking Services to obtain a Guest Parking Pass and begin the approval process. If a visitor parks without following this procedure and completing it in its entirety, the archives will not be responsible for any ticketing or towing that may occur. For more information, email @famublackarchives or go to the FAMU Welcome Center.
Follow on @famublackarchives on Instagram and @MeekEatonBlackArchives on YouTube

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Housed within the first Carnegie Library built on a black land-grant college campus, the Meek-Eaton Black Archives has one of the most extensive collections of African American artifacts in the Southeast. One of 10 black archives in the country, it contains more than 500,000 archival records and 5,000 artifacts in its collection.
Hours:
Closed on Mondays
Tuesday - Friday 10 AM TO 4:30 PM
Saturday 10 AM to 3 PM

Visitors must enter the building through the front, where the Carnegie Library is located. Additionally, if they choose to park in the guest parking spots in the rear near Dyson Pharmacy, visitors must first proceed to the FAMU Welcome Center or Parking Services to obtain a Guest Parking Pass and begin the approval process. If a visitor parks without following this procedure and completing it in its entirety, the archives will not be responsible for any ticketing or towing that may occur. For more information, email @famublackarchives or go to the FAMU Welcome Center.
Follow on @famublackarchives on Instagram and @MeekEatonBlackArchives on YouTube

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The Levitt AMP Tallahassee Music Under The Oaks series kicks off on April 9th, bringing the sounds of Nashville to the heart of downtown. This free evening of live music features folk and country singer Angela Autumn, paired with a curated selection of local art vendors.

The Details:
📅 Thursday, April 9 | 7 PM - 9 PM
📍 Lewis Park, Downtown Tallahassee
✔️ Free event
🎤 Angela Autumn
🥨 Food trucks and drinks available on-site
🧺 Bring a blanket or a lawn chair 
🖱️ More info: tallahasseearts.org/LevittAMP/

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Jeri’s Love on a Plate is the ultimate Market District hideaway. 🥂

The garden-like patio at Jeri’s Love on a Plate is the ultimate neighborhood hideaway for a long, relaxed weekend lunch. Fresh ingredients and honest flavors define the menu, creating a bright, welcoming space designed for slowing down and savoring the best parts of the day.

📍 Jeri's Love on a Plate
📸 @jerisloveonaplate
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The circus is officially back. 🎪

The 79th Annual Spring Show Series kicks off this weekend, where the FSU Flying High Circus presents its newest production, "Tall Tales." Visitors can expect a world-class display of local talent featuring breathtaking aerial artistry, precision acrobatics, and so much more!

Shows run from now through April 18, but the opening weekend always carries a special electricity. Grab your tickets to catch the first flight of the season!

Full schedule and tickets ⤵️
🔗 https://circus.fsu.edu/performances

📸 @fsuflyinghighcircus
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⚡GIVEAWAY ALERT⚡

@kattwilliams is coming to the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center on Friday, April 17th, and we’re giving away TWO tickets to one lucky person! 😄

How to enter:
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FOLLOW @VisitTallahassee and @fsutuckercenter
🤝 TAG three friends in the comments!

The winner will be selected on April 7th and contacted via DM. Good luck!

Following successful sold-out performances in 2025, critically acclaimed comedian Katt Williams announces The Golden Age Tour. Featuring all-new material, the tour will showcase Williams’ trademark storytelling, provocative humor and commanding stage presence, further cementing his reputation as one of the most electrifying forces in stand-up comedy today. The Golden Age Tour will bring Williams to more than 25 cities across North America, including Donald L. Tucker Civic Center in Tallahassee on April 17.

This giveaway is not sponsored, endorsed, or affiliated with Instagram.
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@zaanindiancuisine offers bold spices, vibrant colors, and flavors that travel far beyond your plate. 🌶️

This Tallahassee spot brings traditional Indian flavors to the table with creamy curries, sizzling tandoori dishes, and fresh naan that’s perfect for scooping up every last bite. The menu offers plenty of variety, whether you're in the mood for something mild and comforting or bold and fiery.

One visit and you’ll see why it’s a Tallahassee favorite. ✨

📍 Zaan Indian Cuisine - 1019 N Monroe St
📸 @stuffingmygrace
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The Tallahassee Wine Mixer returns to Adams Street on April 11 to celebrate its 10th anniversary. 🍷✨

This year’s event brings a curated selection of wines to the heart of downtown Tallahassee. Attendees can choose from three ticket tiers, each offering unlimited sampling and a commemorative glass.

Tickets are available now at TallahasseeWineMixer.com.

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