WHAT
IS BLACK HISTORY
MONTH?
It is the month in which we bear witness to the progress,
richness and diversity of African American achievement.
During
the 1920's an African American named Carter G. Woodson
created and promoted Negro History Week. This period in
February was chosen because it included the birthdays
of Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln.
In
1976 the month-long celebration was implemented, and is
a time for Americans to reflect on both the history and
teachings of African Americans whose contributions are
still too little known.
Celebrate
Black History Month with your family. Come learn
about the achievements and history of African Americans
by selecting
the topic buttons below to view special pop-up sections:
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CIVIL
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EDUCATION
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MUSIC
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PHILADELPHIA
BLACK HISTORY
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SCIENCE
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SPORTS
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BIOGRAPHIES
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