Travel back to the 1960s through history, food, and performance—exploring how the Green Book guided Black travelers safely. The Green Book Experience is an immersive evening at Greenwood Rising that brings history to life through storytelling, performance, and place.
Join Bank of America, Greenwood Rising and Green Country Habitat for Humanity on September 28 for the final session in a three-part series exploring homeownership, equity and pathways to generational wealth.
Join Bank of America, Greenwood Rising and Green Country Habitat for Humanity on September 14 for the second session in a three-part series focused on budgeting, credit building and financial goal setting.
Join Bank of America, Greenwood Rising, and Green Country Habitat for Humanity on August 31 for the first session in a three-part series exploring mortgage basics, credit awareness, and the steps toward homeownership.
Join Greenwood Rising for Greenwood Night at ONEOK Field as the Tulsa Drillers take on the Amarillo Sod Poodles on August 21. Enjoy an evening of baseball, local vendors, community celebration, and a free postgame fireworks show while honoring the enduring legacy of Greenwood.
Please join us on August 8, 2026 for Greenwood Rising’s 5th Anniversary Celebration Gala at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Downtown Tulsa. As Greenwood Rising marks five years of preserving the legacy of Black Wall Street and shaping future generations through education and engagement, this milestone evening will celebrate the organization’s impact, progress, and vision for what comes next.
Join Greenwood Rising for Uplift & Rise as Heather Nash of the Deep Greenwood Foundation leads a community conversation about the future of Greenwood and the work being done to strengthen its legacy. This free event includes light refreshments and an opportunity for meaningful dialogue and community engagement.
Join Greenwood Rising for the next Books for Thought program of 2026 featuring journalist and author Carmen Fields in conversation about her book Going Back to T-Town. Fields will explore the life and legacy of her father, legendary bandleader Ernie Fields, offering a powerful look at Tulsa’s rich musical history and the broader story of African American culture and resilience in the Jim Crow era.
Please join us as General Russel L. Honoré imparts lessons on leadership and resilience. General Honoré is a retired lieutenant general of the United States Army, best known for commanding Joint Task Force Katrina, the military relief effort for the areas affected by Hurricane Katrina in 2005. After retiring from the military, Honoré has been a leading voice on military affairs, political commentary, and disaster preparedness advocacy. Please join us as General Honoré imparts lessons on leadership and resilience.
Join us for an evening of reflection, remembrance, and unity as we honor the lives lost in the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre and acknowledge its lasting impact. This meaningful gathering offers a time to reflect on the enduring legacy of the massacre, remember the victims, and commit to a path of healing and justice. Together, we stand united in hope and remembrance.
Join Greenwood Rising for A Song of Greenwood Revisited, a special discussion with LoJoWerkz Productions and historian Hannibal Johnson about the development of a new musical series inspired by Greenwood’s history and legacy. This free event takes place Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at 5:30 PM at Greenwood Rising.
Join us for our first Books for Thought program of 2026 with Dr. Leslee Stradford, great-granddaughter of J.B. Stradford. During this program, Dr. Leslee Stradford will discuss her book The Memoir of John Baptiste Stradford: Hero of Black Wall Street which tells the life story of one of Black Wall Street's most successful and wealthiest entrepreneurs. The program includes an author talk followed by a book signing.
Join Greenwood Rising and Phillips Theological Seminary for an Artist Talk featuring Afro-surrealist artist Anthony Suber on April 28 at 6:00PM. This free event offers a rare opportunity to hear directly from the artist about his work, creative vision, and the cultural narratives that shape his practice.
Uplift & Rise brings together youth leaders from KIPP Tulsa and Central High School for a powerful panel on the future of their communities. Join us at Greenwood Rising for an evening of youth voices, open discussion, and shared vision for what comes next.
Books for Thought convenes thought leaders and changemakers at Greenwood Rising for a deep dive with Dr. Paris Woods into proven strategies for building wealth and driving inclusive impact. Don’t miss this free opportunity to engage, network, and catalyze your financial empowerment journey!
Greenwood Rising is excited to announce another installation of Books for Thought! Join us for an interview with Kerrie Taber, as she discusses her book Quarantining Hate, exploring themes of systemic racism and strategies for fostering understanding and unity. Book sales and signing will be available.
Join us at the Greenwood Rising Black Wall St. History Center for an inspiring installment of our Uplift & Rise Series—an ongoing program designed to empower and uplift our community through meaningful conversations, workshops, and performances.
This event features Dr. Corinice L. Wilson, a proud Tulsa native, educator, and advocate with over 28 years of experience advancing equity in higher education and beyond. Guided by her motto, “Be an Example for Others to Follow,” Dr. Wilson has dedicated her career to creating opportunities for all, from shaping student success at Tulsa Community College and Oklahoma State University to working directly with underserved communities and advising policymakers.
On August 27, join Greenwood Rising and OCCJ for a complimentary Lunch & Learn to preview an immersive Youth Leadership Forum that explores Tulsa’s historic legacy, identity, and pathways to community leadership. Network with program facilitators, assess the curriculum roadmap, and align with our mission to cultivate empowered youth advocates and inclusive change-makers.
An evening focused on community healing, justice, and forward movement through the lens of the Beyond Apology initiative—a community-driven effort addressing the lasting impact of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre. The event will feature insights from Phil Armstrong, CEO of the Oklahoma Center for Community and Justice and a leader in civic engagement and historical education. Through dialogue and reflection, attendees will explore the initiative’s eight priorities—ranging from education and economic development to cultural identity and health—highlighting ongoing efforts to advance repair, equity, and intergenerational justice in Tulsa’s historic Greenwood District.
Greenwood Rising is excited to announce another installation of Books for Thought! Join us as Quraysh Ali Lansana will interview Julian Thomas to discuss the relevance of his poetry book today, his experiences in the acting industry as an African American from a Tulsa native's perspective, and how to inspire change. Book sales and signings will be available.
Join us for an evening of reflection, remembrance, and unity as we honor the lives lost in the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre and acknowledge its lasting impact. This meaningful gathering offers a time to reflect on the enduring legacy of the massacre, remember the victims, and commit to a path of healing and justice.
Greenwood Rising will be offering tickets at the promotional price of $10 during the Black Wall Street Bike Rally, a motorcycle-inspired festival that takes place in the historic Greenwood District. The rally provides attendees the opportunity to explore the rich history of Greenwood, known as America’s original Black Wall Street. The rally welcomes all to attend in a family-friendly environment.
