Carter G. Woodson began the first National Negro History Week

The sacred testimony of Black joy

As we mark Black History Month—100 years after Carter G. Woodson inaugurated Black History Week in 1926, and as the organization he founded reflects on a century of commemorating Black life—I find myself thinking about Black joy.

ONE MAN’S OPINION: A century of celebrating Black History

Noted Black scholar and historian Carter G. Woodson, known as the Father of Black History, was born in 1875 to former slaves. He worked on the family farm in West Virginia as well as in the coal mines nearby. He…

Carter G. Woodson began the first National Negro History Week

Black History Month was initiated by historian and journalist Carter G. Woodson in 1926 to preserve and educate the public on Black history, and has been celebrated every February since 1976, with the St. Louis region being one of the first cities to officially raise the Pan-African flag at City Hall as part of its local observances.

The History of 'Black History Month'; NYC's Best Pancakes; Sundance's Last Dance In Park City; The Intersecting Histories Of Black & Jewish Americans

The History of 'Black History Month'; NYC's Best Pancakes; Sundance's Last Dance In Park City; The Intersecting Histories Of Black ...

Education Is Repair: Black History and America at 250

By Dr. Marcus Anthony Hunter (WIB) – This summer, the United States will celebrate 250 years of independence. However, this is not the only anniversary to commemorate. February marks the 50th anniversary of Black History Month as it exists now, and 100 years of this recognition in some form. As we reflect on these milestones, the struggle for freedom has seldom been more important. When Dr. Carter G. Woodson launched Negro History Week, the prec…

More Than a Month: Why Black History Still Matters

February marks Black History Month, a time dedicated to honoring the achievements, resilience, and impact of Black Americans throughout history. While it is often framed as a period of reflection, Black History Month is also a reminder that Black history is ongoing, living, and deeply woven into the fabric of American society. It is not simply about the past; it is about understanding how history continues to shape the present. Unsplash Black H…