Black History Month, which began Feb. 1, marks 100 years since historian Carter G. Woodson helped launch a national effort to recognize and teach Black history in the United States, and 50 years since ...

Black History Month was initiated by historian and journalist Carter G. Woodson in 1926 to preserve and educate the public on ...

Here's how the 2026 Black History Month theme celebrates 100 years since Negro History Week began.

How Negro History Week, founded by Carter G. Woodson in 1926, evolved into today’s nationally recognized Black History Month.

Black Americans. What began in 1926 has grown into an overall cultural observance of Black History in February ...

February is Black History Month, a time the country highlights and celebrates the accomplishments of Black Americans. And the ...

The month-long celebration of Black culture, history and life turns 100 years old in 2026.

It started with the birthday celebrations of two prominent leaders.

Exactly 100 years ago this February, Dr. Carter G. Woodson, a historian, author, journalist and educator, launched Negro ...

Each February, the U.S. marks Black History Month honoring contributions African-Americans made throughout history. Since then, statistics show African-Americans continuing to make progress on several ...

Black History Month began 100 years ago as a week to honor Black people and their contributions.

Black History Month is marking a major milestone this year. The 100th annual celebration of Black achievement begins today and lasts through the end of February. Here’s what to know about this year’s ...