Austin African American Book Festival - TX
Saturday, June 27, 2026, 1000 - 1600
The Austin African American Book Festival returns for its 20th anniversary, bringing together nationally recognized authors, thought leaders, educators, and readers for a free day of literature, culture, and community at the George Washington Carver Museum and Library.
This year's festival features Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Nikole Hannah-Jones, Operation HOPE founder John Hope Bryant, bestselling author ReShonda Tate, Austin Poet Laureate Zell Miller III, and dozens of additional authors and exhibitors. Guests can explore author talks, book signings, a Kids Zone, an independent author showcase, and a marketplace featuring local vendors and community organizations.
Founded by Dr. Rosalind Oliphant, the festival has spent two decades creating space for Black stories, voices, and ideas while inspiring readers of all ages across Central Texas.
Saturday, June 27, 2026 | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
George Washington Carver Museum and Library
1165 Angelina St.
Austin, TX 78702
Free and open to the public.
Category: Community
This year's festival features Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Nikole Hannah-Jones, Operation HOPE founder John Hope Bryant, bestselling author ReShonda Tate, Austin Poet Laureate Zell Miller III, and dozens of additional authors and exhibitors. Guests can explore author talks, book signings, a Kids Zone, an independent author showcase, and a marketplace featuring local vendors and community organizations.
Founded by Dr. Rosalind Oliphant, the festival has spent two decades creating space for Black stories, voices, and ideas while inspiring readers of all ages across Central Texas.
Saturday, June 27, 2026 | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
George Washington Carver Museum and Library
1165 Angelina St.
Austin, TX 78702
Free and open to the public.
Category: Community
Starting Price Per Person
Free
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Where
George Washington Carver Museum
1165 Angelina Street
Austin Texas 78702
United States
( Museum - Historical )
1165 Angelina Street
Austin Texas 78702
United States
( Museum - Historical )
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