Beginning Feb. 1, schools, museums and communities across the nation mark the start of Black History Month — a celebration of Black history, culture and education. The history of the observance ...

Black History Month, a federally recognized celebration, was created nearly a century ago to recognize the “the countless Black men and women who had contributed to the advance of human ...

Black History Month wasn't officially acknowledged in the U.S. until the 1970s. 3. Kent State University started a month-long celebration of Black history in 1970. The national celebration of ...

Black History Month started Saturday and runs through Friday, February 28. But do you know the origins of Black History Month and why it's always celebrated every February? When was Black History ...

What started out as Negro History Week in 1926 has evolved into a month-long celebration. Now, Black History Month is ...

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 ...

February is Black History Month and it pays tribute to the achievements of African Americans throughout U.S. history. It has been celebrated since 1976, but actually started back in 1926 with ...

Black History Month is held in February to celebrate the numerous achievements accomplished by the black community, and to honor the unique challenges black people have faced both historically and in ...

A decorative bulletin board for Black History Month at KIPP Oak Cliff Academy in Dallas on Thursday, Feb. 16, 2023. KIPP Oak Cliff Academy is one of only 60 schools in the country (and three in ...

The origin of the month-long commemoration known as Black History Month goes back almost a century ago. For those who don't know the history, some may wonder why Black history is recognized in ...