Black History Month often sparks discomfort, and that reaction says more about people’s relationship with history than it does about the month itself. As we celebrate Black History Month 2026, ...

What started out as Negro History Week in 1926 has evolved into a month-long celebration. Now, Black History Month is celebrated each February as a way to remember the accomplishments and ...

I recently interviewed Jarvis R. Givens, a professor of education and African and African American studies at Harvard University. His new book, I’ll Make Me a World: The 100-Year Journey of Black ...

The origin of the month-long commemoration known as Black History Month goes back almost a century ago. For those who don't know the history, some may wonder why Black history is recognized in ...

This February has been the 100th anniversary of acknowledging U.S. Black American history and the 50th anniversary of the official recognition of Black History Month. What explains why so many people ...

I would love to live in a post-racial world where men and women were judged, in the words of Dr. King, “not by the color of their skin, but by the contents of their character.” Alas, the past year has ...

February is Black History Month. It is the annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing the central role of Blacks in the United States. Founded by Dr. Carter G.

Too often, the contributions of African Americans have been minimized, misrepresented, or erased altogether. That’s why preserving our stories matters. They document where we’ve been, honor what we’ve ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. February marks the start of Black History Month, which highlights the history, culture and contributions of Black people ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Ever wonder why Black History Month is celebrated in February, the shortest month of the year? News 8 spoke to members of ASALH ...