February is African American History Month

Learn about the partnership between the Library of Congress and the National African American History and Culture Museum and introduce the treasures of the newly discovered African American history. In addition, we will look for family history, celebrate Frederick Douglas' birthday, and listen to slavery voice online. Download PDF (3.8MB)

The National African-American Museum of History and Culture is the only national museum specializing in life, history and culture of African-Americans. It was established in 2003 after decades of efforts to promote and emphasize the contribution of African Americans through Congressional Law. To date, the museum has collected over 36,000 relics and nearly 100,000 are certified members. The museum was opened on 24th September 2016 and is the 19th and the newest museum in the Smithsonian Institute. Explore museums »

Image Credit: Alan Carmer's picture taken at the National African American History and Culture Museum

To understand the history of our country, it is important to understand how this forms the experience of African Americans. Let's find these stories - from escaped slaves and abolition to our national parks and soldiers, intellectuals and entrepreneurs preserved in historic buildings. View online collection »

Image source: [District of Columbia. E Company, 4th American Color Infantry, Lincoln Fortress] (National Park Service)

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Image source: "Frederic Douglas requests President Lincoln and his cabinet to recruit Negro", a mural painted by William Edward Scott in the contractual architectural record founded in 1943. (Congress Library)

Since 1976, in February every year the United States celebrated the Black History Month. The origin of this celebration can be traced back to "Black History Week" invented by African American historian Carter · Woodson in 1926. It takes a month to recognize and celebrate the valuable contributions of the Negro to this country, which is a wonderful tradition. This year, in 2018 we encourage you to use the Black History Month as a way to celebrate, promote and support the practice of the black community throughout the year. This is an idea that you can do in February and every other year.

In the United States, February is regarded as the month of black history or the month of history of African Americans, but this month I will remember the important contributions and achievements of African Americans in the history of our country It is. Celebrations can be felt throughout the country. Many organizations, cities, states and countries around the world organize events, educate rich cultures, and welcome unforgettable African-American historical figures. As the new memorial month begins, let us consider the important reasons for observing the black history month every year.

The Black History Month (AKA African-American Moon) is a month-long celebration of February dedicated to the contributions and achievements of African Americans throughout history. In 1976 President Gerald Ford first acknowledged the Black History Month and he said "to grab opportunities to respect the frequently overlooked performances of the Black Americans in all areas of our history" We promote. It is important to observe the history of blacks. It does not matter whether it is black or not. You can learn more about the history of the country and the world and specific cultures. Imagine that someone decided to judge you for long standing ideas and assumptions. Those who decide to judge you personally do not know what you are experiencing or what you did.