History to Hip-Hop
Sunday, February 1, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.
Tickets from $17
2026 Flex Pass Eligible
Get ready for a show that will have you singing, clapping, and grooving through our country’s rich legacy of African American music. Led by powerhouse bass vocalist and music preservationist Jonathan Blanchard, History to Hip-Hop brings 200+ years of American music to life. With a voice that shakes the room and stories that connect generations, Jonathan takes audiences on a joyride through the sounds that shaped our culture—from field songs and spirituals to gospel, blues, jazz, country, rock & roll, funk, rap, and todays hip-hop. It’s a celebration of rhythm, history, and the human spirit. Bring the whole family and experience the show that proves Black history moves to the beat of America itself.
Roswell Roots Festival 2026 marks a historic milestone as we celebrate the 25th anniversary of this community-wide, month-long festival honoring our diverse community and celebrating Black History Month. Since its founding, Roswell Roots has served as a cornerstone for education, cultural awareness, and community connection, inviting all ages to engage, learn and celebrate together.
This year's festival will be curated across five categories–art, education, cultural, performance, and history–bringing dynamic programs and events that reflect the richness of Black heritage and its profound influence on our shared story.
Tickets from $17
2026 Flex Pass Eligible
Get ready for a show that will have you singing, clapping, and grooving through our country’s rich legacy of African American music. Led by powerhouse bass vocalist and music preservationist Jonathan Blanchard, History to Hip-Hop brings 200+ years of American music to life. With a voice that shakes the room and stories that connect generations, Jonathan takes audiences on a joyride through the sounds that shaped our culture—from field songs and spirituals to gospel, blues, jazz, country, rock & roll, funk, rap, and todays hip-hop. It’s a celebration of rhythm, history, and the human spirit. Bring the whole family and experience the show that proves Black history moves to the beat of America itself.
Roswell Roots Festival 2026 marks a historic milestone as we celebrate the 25th anniversary of this community-wide, month-long festival honoring our diverse community and celebrating Black History Month. Since its founding, Roswell Roots has served as a cornerstone for education, cultural awareness, and community connection, inviting all ages to engage, learn and celebrate together.
This year's festival will be curated across five categories–art, education, cultural, performance, and history–bringing dynamic programs and events that reflect the richness of Black heritage and its profound influence on our shared story.