The Black Mérida Experience
Celebrating Culture · Building Community · Discovering Freedom
Mérida’s First Black Community: For Unity · For Freedom · Forever.
Whether you’re moving to Mérida, planning a visit, or already part of our growing family, you’ll find freedom in a place that welcomes you with open arms. Here, the warmth and wisdom of the Mexican people meet the resilience and creativity of the Black community, creating a unique space rooted in mutual respect and shared traditions.
You’ll see people forming meaningful connections and celebrating heritage, while discovering a sense of belonging that feels richer than the home you’ve known. Through cultural exchange, you’ll learn and embrace Mexican family traditions, like family-first living and mutual respect, making them your own. These shared experiences will unite you, offering a joyful and purposeful life—and the opportunity to restore the promise of freedom for those impacted by oppression.
The Black Mérida Experience is more than a community; it is a movement dedicated to advancing freedom, liberation, and empowerment. We honor our past, celebrate our present, and guide our community toward a liberated future.
Whether temporary or permanent, a move to Mérida offers refuge from systemic oppression while keeping you connected to family. As a “stepping stone destination,” Mérida provides a supportive space to thrive, adjust, and prepare for larger opportunities in Central or South America, the Caribbean, Africa or beyond.
The Black community in Mérida thrives by embracing Yucatecan traditions while sharing our own. This cultural exchange fosters mutual respect and deeper connections. Through storytelling, events, and shared values, we honor the past, celebrate the present, and build a united future rooted in tradition and belonging. Join us to build a future rooted in unity and tradition.
Mérida, one of the world’s safest cities, offers a sanctuary from familiar toxic environments. Here, family-first living, fresh non-GMO foods, affordable healthcare, and caring, respectful people come together in a supportive, community-driven culture. Discover how Mérida can redefine your life today.
Join us in shaping the future of Black Mérida. Together, we’re building a vibrant, supportive community where every voice matters.
Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico
- Safest City in Mexico
- 2nd Safest City in the Americas
- Ranked 30th Globally
Mérida, Yucatán
Established in 1542
Safety
Protected & Peaceful
Climate
Warm & Tropical
Healthcare
Affordable & Caring
Education
Safe & Nurturing
Meet the Black Mérida Community
At The Black Mérida Experience, our vibrant community is made up of individuals who share a love for both Black American culture and Yucatecan traditions. Whether you’re here for a short visit or planning to stay for the long haul, this is your space to share your story, ask questions, and find support.
Creating an account opens the door to our welcoming online platform, where you can meet fellow community members, exchange tips, and even participate in local events. It’s more than just a network—it’s a family of like-minded people ready to help you feel at home.
Our People, Our Conversations, Our Mérida
See What Everyone’s Talking About:
You’ve arrived. Welcome home to México—let’s celebrate the journey together.
You’ve arrived in a space made for connection, culture, and community. Share your journey, find support, and celebrate life in México—together.
Your Community’s Highlights from Unforgettable Events in México
Transform Moments into Memories: Share Your Mexico Journey
Every story is unique. Every journey, unforgettable. Share your moments in Mexico that define, inspire, and connect. Join a community that celebrates every experience, creating something greater together.
Black Culture & Perspectives: Past, Present & Future,
Celebrate the past, honor the present, and shape the future as we embrace the stories, traditions, and creativity that make our community unique. This is where Black culture thrives—bold, proud, and limitless.
Connect, Celebrate, Enjoy!
Mérida’s Must-Attend Events:
Join us to share in the joy of connection, the richness of tradition, and the beauty of shared experiences. Every moment is a chance to create lasting memories, build meaningful bonds, and thrive as part of something greater.
Together, We’re Stronger in México
Many of those who found refuge in Mexico stayed, building lives, families, and communities that still exist today. Their descendants, along with those of Africans enslaved during Spanish rule, make up Mexico’s Afro-Mexican population—an often-overlooked but vital part of the country’s history and culture.
While the U.S. continued slavery for decades, Mexico upheld its principles, welcoming those who sought safety and dignity. Today, we honor Mexico’s role in the fight for freedom and the resilience of those who built new lives here. Their story is one of survival, strength, and belonging—a history that continues to shape the present.
Today, this legacy of courage and solidarity inspires our movement, as we continue to honor these historic steps toward freedom and strive to build inclusive communities rooted in justice and unity.
Source: Bennett, Herman. Runaway Slaves to Mexico and the Road to the Civil War. African American Intellectual History Society, 21 Feb. 2017. Runaway Slaves and Mexico’s Path to Abolishing Slavery Source: Vicente Guerrero: The First Afro-Mexican President of the Americas. The Mazatlán Post, 22 June 2020. Vicente Guerrero: Mexico’s First Afro-Mexican President and Abolitionist
Moving to Mexico has been the best decision for my peace and well-being. Access to affordable healthcare has been life-changing.
Mexico has given us community, affordability, and an unexpected gift—my beautiful son.
Moving to Mérida brought us peace, happiness, and the warmth of locals who welcome everyone like family
I’ve learned Spanish, and I have so many new friends. The locals here are super nice!
A Growing Community, A Growing Opportunity
With bustling population growth across Mexico and vibrant cities like Mérida, the Black community joins a dynamic and expanding landscape, enriching the city’s future and fostering new connections.