Black History Month is an annually observed commemorative month originating in the United States, where it is also known as African American History Month. It began as a way of remembering ...

Every year, in February, Black History Month is an occasion to celebrate the contributions of so many African American patriots who have indelibly shaped our nation's history. Throughout our ...

In honor of Women’s History Month, here, Black men across industries gather to give Black women their flowers. Art by India Espy-Jones. By Bryce Alexander Dixon · Updated March 28, 2025 ...

Initially only a week-long, Black History Month was created to ensure Black history would not be forgotten. Carter G. Woodson, a Black historian and founder of the Association for the Study of African ...

During this Black History Month, let us heed the wisdom of Coretta Scott King: “Hate is too great a burden to bear. It injures the hater more than it injures the hated.” Lorraine Hartmann, Seattle ...

Saturday marks the start of Black History Month, a time to honor Black people and the Black experience. And while Black History celebrations have been held for decades, some people may not realize ...

Black History Month has been celebrated in the United States every February since 1976, but its origins date back to the early 20th century. W.E.B. Dubois called it Negro History ...

Black History Month wasn't always a monthlong celebration. In February 1926, historian and author Carter G. Woodson created Negro History Week.

By Karen Kistler [email protected] SALISBURY — A special call is going out to all artists to celebrate Black History Month by using the theme of “I Am Black History.” This ...

Yes, "Black History Month" is trending on Google. It was not a surprise when the Department of Defense announced on Friday that it would no longer host celebrations or events related to cultural ...

February is Black History Month. After originating in the United States, the celebration is now observed in several countries around the world, including the United Kingdom and Ireland, at ...