The Southeast Tennis and Learning Center’s (SETLC) Annual Blacks in Wax living history program is one of the DC Department of Parks and Recreation’s most unique and successful educational programs. The 2026 Blacks in Wax marks the 20th year of the program.

Join us at this remarkable event, where history meets the present, offering a space for reflection, discussion, and continued advocacy for change. 1965 Voting Rights Act... and NOW!!!!? promises to be an unforgettable exploration of the enduring legacy of the civil rights movement and its relevance today.