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 different ...

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 ...

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 how ...

The Avery Research Center celebrates 160 years as a community hub and educational institute for Black people in South ...

As a Black American, I always approach February’s annual celebration of Black History Month with pride and bewilderment. The reasons for the pride are obvious. The accomplishments of Americans of ...

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 ...

Black History Month got its start in 1926 as Negro History Week. This year's theme celebrates the role of Black labor in building the nation through industry or community work. Feb. 1 marks the ...

Five years ago, I wanted to create a public space for educators to hear the voices of teachers, students, parents, and professors about how they have conceptualized and taught Black history. I also ...

Every February, people in the United States highlight the history, achievements and impact of Black Americans as part of the celebration of Black History Month. The month-long celebration recognizing ...

Observed during the month of February, Black History Month celebrates the achievements and contributions of Black people, history and culture. From civil rights heroes to athletes to inventors, ...

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 Negro ...

SOUTHERN COLORADO — As we reflect on the past and look at how African Americans have contributed greatly to our nation's history and whose stories have been pushed aside, neglected, and forgotten we ...