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.
Why is Black History Month the shortest month of the year? Why is it cut from Google Calendar?
Why is Black History Month in February? The commemoration of important Black Americans and events happens largely during the shortest month of the year.
Black History Month: Celebrating progress while confronting inequality
Progress in Black political representation is celebrated, but challenges persist. Black economic well-being and representation continue to be a focus, despite attacks on DEIA.
Four new books to read this Black History Month
Works from an environmental activist, a legal scholar, a renowned historian, and a debut novelist provide a range of paths to learning about Black History
What Black History Month feels like for Black parents this year
A Black community leader on parenting during the rollback of diversity initiatives in the public and private sectors.
Black History Month: Celebrating the innovators, teachers and legends from Chicago and beyond
CBS Chicago highlights stories that celebrate the theme for Black History Month 2025: African Americans and labor.
These 5 TV episodes are vital watches, especially during Black History Month
From 'The Wire' to 'Watchmen' to 'Arthur,' these are five TV episodes to watch during Black History Month, especially now that DEI is under attack.
Black History Month: Honoring local history makers in medicine
Taking care of others is what Bennett has done since 1964 when she graduated from the Perelman School of Medicine. She didn't realize at the time that she was making history.
How to watch ‘On TV: A Black History Month Special’ for free tonight on CBS
Join Entertainment Tonight co-hosts Kevin Frazier and Nischelle Turner for an inspiring celebration of Black excellence in television on Monday, Feb. 17.
There's still time to celebrate Black History Month at these Milwaukee events
Now until the end of February, Black History Month, visitors to the City Hall Rotunda can look up to see thought-provoking quilts that depict African and African-American history and culture. The display features works by Ethel White,
Black History month: Celebrating Black-owned businesses
One way to celebrate this month is to shop at or visit local Black-owned businesses and on W. Main St. in Chillicothe, three businesses sit side to side and are all Black-owned. One of those businesses is Luquie's Boutique,
Whether Trump gets it or not, there's no American history without Black history | Opinion
Any attempt to extricate black threads from the American tapestry will result in the entire fabric becoming undone.
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Black History Month: How African Americans overcame segregation on the shore
Here on the shore lies a deep and telling history of segregation and discrimination. Historians, like Delaware State University assistant professor, Anton House are untangling and educating our local ...
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Black History Month: “I am living black history”
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — February is Black History Month, and the Sioux Falls NAACP chapter has upcoming events that you can attend. February is designated as Black History Month, ...