Black History Month 'double down'

Celebrate Black History Month in Cincinnati at these local events
This story has been updated to correct the date of the Black Film Series at Forest Park Branch Library. February is Black History Month, and what better way to celebrate Black history and culture than by attending and supporting one of these events?
Black History Month starts Saturday. Here's the history behind the month-long celebration
Often called the "Father of Black History," Virginia native and scholar Carter G. Woodson started Negro History Week in February of 1926.
Black History Month Starts Amid Trump DEI Crackdown. What Lawmakers Say
Democratic lawmakers marked the beginning of Black History Month this February 1st with tributes to Black American achievements, while some also criticized President Donald Trump's recent opposition to DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) initiatives. Newsweek reached out to the White House via email for comment on Saturday.
Six events to celebrate Black History Month in Tampa Bay
Black History Month began Saturday, and there are tons of ways to celebrate in Tampa Bay. 💥 Black History Trivia Night: Play as an individual or with a team at this free event testing your Black history knowledge.
What to know about why Black History Month was created
Black History Month was recognized nationally in 1976, when President Gerald Ford designated the month as a time for the public to honor the contributions of Black Americans, according to the museum. The month has since inspired other groups and an appreciation of multicultural backgrounds.
Did Donald Trump cancel Black History Month?
Trump issued a proclamation naming February Black History Month on Saturday morning. “Today, I am very honored to recognize February 2025 as National Black History Month,” Trump wrote.
Black History Month begins today. Here's what to know about its origins and myths
Beginning Feb. 1, schools, museums and communities across the nation will mark the start of Black History Month — a celebration of Black history, culture and education. The history of the month dates back almost a century, and the way it is celebrated and evolved has created history in itself.
Amid Trump’s Anti-Diversity Effort, Black History Month Takes On New Meaning
Feb. 1 marks the first day of Black History Month, and suddenly the study of the Black experience may feel like an act of defiance.
A.M. ATL: Welcome to Black History Month
Morning, y’all! Punxsutawney Phil (whose name I spelled right on the first try, not to brag) saw his shadow yesterday, which means six more weeks of winter. Whatever, you giant weather rodent. We were all running around in shorts this weekend,
Black History Month 'double down' as Trump erases DEI
For me, this does not do anything except make me double down on my commitment to teach it to my children,” said entrepreneur and activist Sheletta Brundidge.
Maryland leaders publicly support Black History Month despite Trump’s DEI attacks
Maryland political leaders stepped up their support Saturday for Black History Month in the midst of an onslaught of attacks on diversity initiatives by President Donald Trump. Maryland Gov. Wes Moore,
African American Expressions Unveils New Black History Catalog
SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA / ACCESS Newswire / 3, 2025 / African American Expressions (AAE) is proud to launch its new Black ...
Black History Month 2025 celebrates role of Black labor in building nation
This year's Black History Month theme celebrates the role of Black labor in building the nation through industry or community ...
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Durham’s Black History Is a Large Part of Durham History
In honor of Black History Month, Duke celebrates African Americans’ distinctive achievements in Durham. While Duke has had an ...
Learn more about North Carolina’s rich Black history through these 10 iconic landmarks
From the site of Durham’s Black Wall Street, where Black-owned businesses thrived, to the site of the state’s oldest ...
Federal agencies bar Black History Month and other 'special observances'
A number of federal agencies have banned celebrations related to MLK Jr. Day, Women's History Month and other such ...
A South Side gathering of Black intellectuals set the stage for Black History Month
Carter Woodson was a tireless promoter of Black culture who planted seeds for what became Black History Month a century ago ...
Trump White House marks Black History Month while Defense Department declares ‘identity months dead’
The Trump White House has issued a proclamation recognizing February as Black History Month around the same time the Defense ...
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On This Day in Black History - February 3
Celebrating Black History Month coverage, WISN 12 is committed to sharing stories of important moments in Black History all ...