Maryland Black Republican Council to Host 2026 Lincoln–Douglass Freedom Dinner in Annapolis
The Maryland Black Republican Council (MDBRC) will host its 2026 Lincoln–Douglass Freedom Dinner and Awards on February 20, bringing community leaders, elected officials, and residents together in Annapolis for an evening centered on freedom, faith, and the American promise, according to event organizers.
The event, which will begin at 6 p.m., will be held at Elks Lodge 622, located at 2 Pythian Drive in Edgewater, just outside Annapolis. Organizers say this year’s dinner carries added national significance as it coincides with the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States and the 165th anniversary of the start of the Civil War, a pivotal period that shaped the nation’s ongoing struggle over liberty and equality.
Lt. Governor of Virginia Winsome Earle-Sears is scheduled to serve as the keynote speaker for the evening. The program will also feature Kim Klacik as host, with awards recognizing individuals whose leadership and service reflect the enduring legacy of freedom and civic responsibility.
According to the Maryland Black Republican Council, the annual dinner honors the legacy of President Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass, whose historic meetings at the White House helped influence the course of emancipation and the pursuit of equal justice. Organizers say the evening is intended not only as a reflection on history, but as a recommitment to civic engagement and forward-looking leadership.
Tickets for the event are available to the public, with single tickets priced at $100, two tickets for $190, and VIP tickets at $125, with two VIP tickets available for $240. A table for eight may be purchased for $750. Additional information and ticket purchases are available through MDBRC.org.
Organizers describe the 2026 Lincoln–Douglass Freedom Dinner as a night to reflect on the nation’s past, acknowledge the challenges that shaped it, and move forward with a renewed commitment to freedom and opportunity for future generations.
To learn more about the Maryland Black Republican Council, visit the website.
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