The precursor to Black History Month was created in 1926 in the United States, when historian Carter G. Woodson and the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History (ASNLH) …

February is Black History Month. Paying tribute to the generations of African Americans who struggled with adversity to achieve full citizenship in American society.

Dec 13, 2025 · Black History Month, monthlong commemoration of African American history and achievement that takes place each February in the United States. It was begun in 1976 as an …

Jan 14, 2010 · Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history.

What is Black History Month? Black History Month is an annually observed month-long celebration of African American life, History, and culture.

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 …

National Black History Month celebrates the rich cultural heritage, the triumphs, and the adversities that are an indelible part of the United States’ history.

Carter G. Woodson's efforts to spotlight African American history lead to the creation of Black History Month, the observation we celebrate today. Join the museum throughout February for …

Feb 1, 2025 · 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 …

Jan 31, 2025 · 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 …