Black History Month events and activities for you in the 419
The Main Library welcomes kids ages 6-10 to celebrate Black History Month with games, activities and crafts that teach them about famous Black figures throughout American history. A jazz musical and lecture to learn more about African immigrants will be offered at select libraries.
Here's how you can celebrate Black History Month in Milwaukee
The Wisconsin Black Historical Society/Museum will be offering a day filled with activities for children. Activities will include an African dance workshop, art projects, storytelling and tours. Children can visit from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 8 at 2620 W. Center St. Click here to purchase $10 admission tickets. More information here.
What to know about why Black History Month was created
Black History Month was recognized nationally in 1976, when President Gerald Ford designated the month as a time for the public to honor the contributions of Black Americans, according to the museum. The month has since inspired other groups and an appreciation of multicultural backgrounds.
Why is Black History Month in February? History, theme and how to celebrate in Texas
While Black History Month is commemorated in February, celebrating and learning more about the history doesn't have to stop there. There are several places in Texas to educate yourself about Black history. Here is a list of places throughout Texas where you can learn and behold Black History Month and beyond.
Black History Month, Pride Month, public holidays no longer appear on Google Calendar
Google removed the first day of Black History Month, Pride Month and other public holidays and national observances from its Calendar app.
Google Calendar omits Pride, Black History Month from default display
Also omitted is Indigenous Peoples Month, Hispanic Heritage Month and Holocaust Remembrance Day, according to social media users and product experts.
Google Calendar Cuts Pride Month, Black History Month And More Observances—Here Are All The Companies Rolling Back DEI
Following Trump's lead, organizations including Walmart, Lowe’s and Meta have announced they would scale back their commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion programs.
Google Calendar removes Black History Month and Pride Month because keeping them is ‘unsustainable’
Google Calendar removes Black History Month and Pride Month because keeping them is ‘unsustainable’ - Tech giant continues to fall in line with Donald Trump’s DEI crackdown
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