Black History Month is an annually observed commemorative month originating in the United States, where it is also known as African-American History Month. [4] It began as a way of remembering important people and events in the history of the African diaspora, initially lasting a week before becoming a month-long observation since 1970. [5] It is celebrated in February in …

2022年2月1日 · African American Heritage Month is observed for the month of February every year. People celebrate African American Heritage Month and throughout the year to reflect on more than 400 years of American African history and heritage that have shaped the American culture as we know it today.

2025年1月23日 · To commemorate and celebrate the contributions to our nation made by people of African descent, historian Carter G. Woodson established Black History Week.

2010年1月14日 · Also known as African American History Month, the event grew out of “Negro History Week,” the brainchild of noted historian Carter G. Woodson and other prominent African Americans. Since 1976,...

2024年2月1日 · Black History Month, a federally recognized celebration, was created nearly a century ago to recognize the “the countless Black men and women who had contributed to the advance of human...

Together we celebrate African American Heritage Month and the profound accomplishments made by our Black Angelenos and their incredible history here in Los Angeles.

4 天之前 · Read about Los Angeles events and cultural institutions participating in Black History Month, the annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their important role in U.S. history.

Black History Month is an annually observed month-long celebration of African American life, History, and culture. Founded by Dr. Carter G. Woodson in February 1926, what was Formerly known as Negro History Week became a month-long celebration as a way to promote, research, preserve, interpret, and disseminate information about Black life ...

More than 400 years of Black history and heritage are preserved in national parks and communities around the country. Discover stories shared by people who formed powerful connections with these places of history, nature, and enjoyment.

African American Heritage Month (AAHM): February 2024 The first African American Heritage Month (AAHM) Celebration in LA began in 1949 when Mayor Fletcher Bowron issued the first proclamation calling for all citizens to celebrate the accomplishments of African Americans.