Commentary: Black History Is American History

Education is repair: Black history and America at 250

Black History Month is a testament to the power of education and historical recognition in repairing the damages of racism and inequality.

Commentary: Black History is American History

The 2026 National Black History Month theme, designated by the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH), is "A Century of Black History Commemorations."

Students honor 100 years of Black History Month

February 2026 marks the 100th Black History Month, and many people have spread the word through media and the reposting of news of the centennial. Students and organizations on The University of Alabama’s campus celebrate the month through commemoration and events. Black History Month is a time to commemorate the contributions of Black people to society and the world. Initially established as “Negro History Week” by historian Carter G. Woodson i…

100 years later, ASALH marks Black History Month centennial

One hundred years after Carter G. Woodson launched Negro History Week, ASALH marks the Black History Month centennial with a year-long focus on preserving Black history, expanding education, and continuing Woodson’s mission amid renewed debates over how America tells its story. The post 100 years later, ASALH marks Black History Month centennial appeared first on Nashville PRIDE, Inc..