The history of Black History Month makes us question this
After founding the Journal, Woodson decided to go further and start “Negro History Week” in 1926. He timed this for the second week in February, to coincide with the birthdays of both Frederick Douglas and Abraham Lincoln. In 1976, this grew into the Black History Month we now recognize every year.
How students drove the creation of Black History Month | Opinion
Mwatabu Okantah was at Kent State when Black History Month was first celebrated. He reflects on the groundwork laid and why it still matters.
Why is Black History Month the shortest month of the year? Why is it cut from Google Calendar?
Why is Black History Month in February? The commemoration of important Black Americans and events happens largely during the shortest month of the year.
The Evolution of Black History Month in the U.S.
In 1926, a week was dedicated to honoring the contributions of African Americans to the nation. This initiative, initiated by historian Carter G. Woodson,
Why is Black History Month in February?
The origin of Black History Month in America goes back more than 100 years. Some may wonder why February, the shortest month of the year, was chosen to be the month to celebrate Black history. Here is the origin of Black History Month and how it is celebrated each year.
Events celebrating Black History Month on Long Island
This year’s Black History Month theme is “African Americans and Labor,” focusing on the ways work impacts “the collective experiences of Black people,” according to the Association for the Study of African American Life and History,
Origins of Black History Month date to 1915
Black History Month has a lengthy history that dates back more than a century. According to History.com, historian Carter G. Woodson and minister Jesse E. Moorland founded the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History in September 1915.
Trump hosts Black History Month event amid war on DEI
During the Black History Month ceremony, which preserved a long-standing and bipartisan White House tradition, Trump omitted any mention of his anti-DEI efforts.
Black History Month: Celebrating the innovators, teachers and legends from Chicago and beyond
CBS Chicago highlights stories that celebrate the theme for Black History Month 2025: African Americans and labor.
Trump Marks Black History Month, Even as He Disparages Value of Diversity
President Trump arrived at a packed White House celebration alongside Tiger Woods to a roaring crowd. The event came as he has eviscerated federal programs aimed at combating inequality in America.
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In these uncertain times, we must keep Black history alive and support Black artists and voices [editorial]
Educator and historian Carter G. Woodson was the founder of what is now the Association for the Study of African American ...
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OPINION: Our Future is in our Past
As Black History Month heads towards its annual close, the frequent local as well as national celebrations and remembrances ...
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Remembering Carter G. Woodson, education trailblazer and father of Black History Month
When we think about the transformative power of education, Dr. Carter G. Woodson’s name and impact stand out. Known as the “Father of Black History,” Woodson’s remarkable contributions to Black ...
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The father of Black History is from Central Virginia
February is Black History Month — but where did the concept come from? The answer is right here in Central Virginia.