Charter Day Events

Attend Charter Day Convocation

Charter Day Convocation commemorates the signing of the federal charter on March 2, 1867, by President Andrew Johnson establishing Howard as a university. A renowned orator serves as guest speaker as hundreds of faculty, staff, students, alumni, trustees and special guests fill Cramton Auditorium for the ceremony. Charter Day Convocation is open to the public.

Date and Time:
Friday, March 6, 2026 | 11 a.m.

Location:
Cramton Auditorium

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