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 ...

Woodson chose the second week in February for the observance ... and Hispanic Heritage have also been removed. Google Calendar change: Black History Month, Pride Month, public holidays no longer ...

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 ...

If it’s one thing about Black folks, we know how to party! Another thing: While African American history and culture is rarely honored, Black folks have taken it upon themselves to not only honor the ...

Beyond well-known observances lies a rich tapestry of cultural commemorations honoring African American heritage, resilience, ...

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“I thought, we need our own month because there’s absolutely awesome things here, and they often go unrecognized. Since we have February and March, we need April as Black Women’s History ...

calendar events reached 100,000 signatures this week. The backlash has been growing since the company removed several cultural events that were previously automatically scheduled on calendars, ...

A first-grade teacher in Virginia is getting creative when it comes to inspiring her students during Black History Month. LaToya McGriff spent each school day in February dressed as a different ...

President Gerald Ford officially designated February as Black History Month in 1976. The Grizzlies celebrate Black History Month through several community initiatives, social highlights ...

Black History Month is celebrated each year in October ... It was first celebrated in the USA as Black History Week in February 1926 and was introduced by historian and author, Dr Carter G Woodson.