Activities range from art exhibitions and educational lectures to community gatherings honoring African American culture and ...

Black History Month was recognized nationally in 1976, when President Gerald Ford designated the month as a time for the ...

Mwatabu Okantah was at Kent State when Black History Month was first celebrated. He reflects on the groundwork laid and why it still matters.

Many prominent historical figures are from the Metro Detroit area. Here’s a list of prominent Black historical figures in ...

Feb. 1 marks the first day of Black History Month, and suddenly the study of the Black experience may feel like an act of ...

A showcase of teens’ talent and creativity includes flower silhouettes, neon acrylic artwork inspired by the artist Derrick ...

The Braceville Historical Society is planning for various events this year including celebrating America’s 250th ...

From the plantations of 19th century Mississippi to the steel mills of 20th century Youngstown to the board rooms of any major 21st century metropolis, work has long been a defining trait of the black ...

February is Black History Month, dedicated to learning about and honoring the history, culture and lives of African Americans ...

"By finding these names, we are releasing them to give back these enslaved people some of their dignity," said Sarah Bader-King, executive director of the John Wornall House Museum.

A number of federal agencies have banned celebrations related to MLK Jr. Day, Women's History Month and other such ...

Southern California is home to a wide variety of events that celebrate this important month, from creative workshops and live ...