Black History Month 2025: Origins, meaning, theme, and why is celebrated on February?
Black History Month is observed across the United States, Canada, and other parts of the world to honour the achievements, struggles, and contributions of African A
120 Inspiring Black History Month Quotes
February is Black History Month and we've rounded up 120 inspiring Black History Month quotes from civil rights icons including Martin Luther King Jr., Frederick Douglass and W.E.B. Du Bois. These powerful public figures have left a mark on our country with their insightful words,
Black History Month explained: Its origins, celebrations and myths
Black History Month wasn’t always a monthlong celebration. In February 1926, historian and author Carter G. Woodson created Negro History Week. It was a weeklong celebration in an effort to teach people about African-American history and the contributions of Black people.
10 books to read during Black History Month
Opened in 2016, the National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, D.C., tells America’s story through the lens of Black experience. That story, and the NMAAHC itself, is for all of us.
Celebrating Black History Month
Black History Month gives us the opportunity to learn about the rich and, oftentimes, forgotten pieces of American history. Black Americans helped build this country physically, culturally, diplomatically,
Celebrate Black History Month in Cincinnati at these local events
This story has been updated to correct the date of the Black Film Series at Forest Park Branch Library. February is Black History Month, and what better way to celebrate Black history and culture than by attending and supporting one of these events?
Defense agency bans Black History Month and other 'special observances'
The Pentagon's intelligence arm has barred any celebrations related to MLK Jr. Day, Women's History Month and other such ...
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Black History Month
Celebrate Black History Month with Smithsonian events, resources, exhibitions, and podcasts. The 2025 theme is "African Americans and Labor" with a focus on the various and profound ways that ...