Today marks beginning of Black History Month

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.
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.
When is Black History Month? How did it get started?
Black History Month goes back nearly 100 years, and is celebrated in February in New Jersey with various events.
Black History Month fact of the day
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - It is the third day of Black History Month and WTOC has the Black history fact of the day. On February 3, 1870, the 15th Amendment to the United States Constitution was ratified, granting African American men the right to vote.
The theme of Black History Month 2025 is ‘African Americans and Labor’
Groups celebrating Black History Month are including this year’s theme of African Americans and Labor as part of their commemorations.
African American Parade celebrates black history, joy
"I love Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Rosa Parks because everything you see here is because of them, and they made freedom for every race and everything," said a fourth grader at Meadowview Elementary School.
Black History Month 2025: African Americans and Labor
Black History Month theme, African Americans and Labor, focuses on the various and profound ways that work and working of all kinds.
Harlem’s oldest church celebrates Black History Month, community heritage
Gospel music, black history, and delicious carrot cake – a perfect combination for a wonderful celebration at Harlem’s oldest church. It was also a chance for those in attendance to learn so much about the Elmendorf Reformed Church and its mission to create a memorial and educational center for its nearby
Trump signs Black History Month proclamation despite rumors he planned to ‘cancel’ it
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Black History Month in South Florida: Parades, festivals, art & music
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Southern Arizona’s only Black history museum works to uncover and preserve the past
The 11-hundred square foot museum has become a growing archive of stories, images and artifacts that tell the history of the Black community in and around Tucson.
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Honoring Black History: Black Americans who served in military honored at World War II Museum
National World War II Museum visitors can learn about the contributions, struggles and victories of Black Americans during ...
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Springfield honors Black American heritage with flag-raising ceremony
It's Black History Month and the city of Springfield kicked off the first weekend of February with a flag-raising ceremony to ...
Black History Month: From humble roots to Ivy League, Ruth J. Simmons inspires generations
Ruth Simmons talks about how her upbringing and life experiences illustrate a determination to overcome obstacles and the transforming power of education ...
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Why Celebrating Black History Month is Critical: Understanding its Impact Amidst Trump’s DEI Attacks and Political Challenges | VIDEO
Black History Month, celebrated every February in the United States, stands as a poignant reminder of the rich legacy, ...
Bronx students kick-off Black History Month with an HBCU experience
Students at P.S. 28X in Tremont celebrated the start of Black History Month on Monday with a visit from Lincoln University's marching band. Staff at the primary school collaborated with the university ...