Often called the "Father of Black History," Virginia native and scholar Carter G. Woodson started Negro History Week 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 ...

Black History Month was officially recognized almost 50 years ago. Here's what to know about the month-long celebration of ...

The history of the month dates back almost a century, and the way it is celebrated and evolved has created history in itself.

The Trump White House has issued a proclamation recognizing February as Black History Month around the same time the Defense ...

From Canada and the United Kingdom to Costa Rica and Australia, Black people's impact extends far beyond US borders. Here's how Black Excellence is celebrated in some unexpected places.

While historical tensions have been acknowledged, a shared solidarity and activism highlighted the relationship between Blacks and the Irish in the U.S., which would be defined by social, cultural ...

Gerald Ford in 1976 became the first president to issue a message recognizing February as Black History Month. Since then, ...

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

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

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