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In February 1926, Woodson sent out a press release announcing the first Negro History Week. He chose February because the month contained the birthdays of both Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass, two prominent men whose historic achievements African Americans already celebrated.
February 7-13, 1926 First national Negro History Week is established by Woodson and observed in many locations. Black newspapers carry a column by Woodson on achievements. February 24, 1926 The New York Amsterdam News excerpts Woodson’s Negro History Week speech.
25 Φεβ 2021 · Determined to lead the charge to study that history, Dr. Woodson announced the first Negro History Week in February 1926. He chose February because it was the month in which both Lincoln...
On Feb. 7, 1926, Carter G. Woodson, initiated the first celebration of Negro History Week which led to Black History Month, to extend and deepen the study and scholarship on African American history, all year long.
14 Ιαν 2010 · Known today as the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH), the group sponsored a national Negro History week in 1926, choosing the second week of February to...
13 Ιαν 2024 · February was chosen in recognition of National Negro History Week, which Carter G. Woodson established in 1926. National Negro Week was held during the second week of February in honor of Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln’s birthdays.
7 Φεβ 2021 · On Feb. 7, 1926, Carter G. Woodson, initiated the first celebration of Negro History Week which led to Black History Month, to extend and deepen the study and scholarship on African American history, all year long. Here is an essay on the history and purpose of Black History Month, followed by recommended articles and resources on Black history.
