"Hiawatha's Wedding Feast" is actually a cantata composed by Samuel Coleridge-Taylor, a Black British composer of mixed African and European descent. Coleridge-Taylor drew inspiration from Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's epic poem "The Song of Hiawatha," which in turn was based on the legends of Native American leader Hiawatha.

The cantata, composed in 1898, is one of Coleridge-Taylor's most well-known works and was very popular during his lifetime. It tells the story of Hiawatha's wedding to Minnehaha and features a mixture of European romanticism and African American influences, showcasing Coleridge-Taylor's unique musical style.

While the piece itself does not directly relate to Black history, Samuel Coleridge-Taylor's legacy as a prominent Black composer in the classical music world is significant in Black history. He was a trailblazer who overcame racial barriers to achieve success and recognition for his musical talents.