Powerful images to celebrate during Black History Month
As a new generation is discovering Elizabeth Catlett's work, Ron Rumford hopes that her message of empowerment is instilled in viewers
February is Black History Month. Here's the history behind the celebration
Often called the "Father of Black History," Virginia native and scholar Carter G. Woodson started Negro History Week in February of 1926.
The Origins Of Black History Month: Celebrations Continue Today
Black History Month started as "Negro History Week" in February 1926 as a way to chronicle the accomplishments of African Americans in the aftermath of slavery.
In Honor of Black History Month, 30 Black History Facts You May Not Be Aware Of
From trailblazers to inventors, Olympians, and politicians, numerous Black historical figures have left their marks on American history for decades. Unfortunately, a lot of their accomplishments are unsung and under-acknowledged.
Black History Month is underway. Here's what to know about its origins and myths.
Beginning Feb. 1, schools, museums and communities across the nation will mark the start of Black History Month — a celebration of Black history, culture and education. The history of the month dates back almost a century, and the way it is celebrated and evolved has created history in itself.
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Perspective: Black History Month is for all of us
F ebruary is Black History Month. For decades, however, the accomplishments and inventions of African Americans were overlooked, forgotten, deleted, misrepresented, ignored, explo
It Started With Us: The True Origins Of Black History Month
Black History Month is a time to celebrate and acknowledge the many contributions of Black Americans in this country.
Black History Month among other events removed by Google Calendar
Google has opted out of references to Black History Month in a recent move away from cultural holidays and observances. Feb. 1 is considered the start of Black History Month, but will no longer be displayed on Google Calendar along with Women’s History Month on Mar.
Google Calendar cuts Black History Month, Pride Month, and more
The affected cultural and identity-based holidays include the start of Black History Month (which the nation is currently celebrating), Women's History Month, Pride Month, Jewish American Heritage Month,
Google Removed Pride Month and Other Diversity Holidays From Its Calendar App
The company has also reportedly removed Indigenous Peoples' Month, Black History Month, Holocaust Remembrance Day, and Hispanic Heritage Month.
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
Black History Month 2025 celebrates role of Black labor in building nation
This year's Black History Month theme celebrates the role of Black labor in building the nation through industry or community ...
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How advocates are stepping up for Black History month as federal agencies scale back
to help with Black History Month lessons. "So many places are scrubbing language and telling people to be careful,’’ said Deborah Menkart, executive director of Teaching for Change.
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Black History Month explained: Its origins, celebrations and myths
it is for all people. “If you’re in an environment and everybody in the environment is white, you need Black History Month more than ever because you need to understand that the world ...
Black History Month film series brings diverse local talent, perspectives to Music Box Theatre
The “Melanin, Roots, and Culture” series showcases features and short films by Black filmmakers, including directors from ...