Published on Feb 1, 2013 A video displaying the origins of Black History Month
and posing a discussion about the relevance of Black History Month in 2013
A video displaying the origins of Black History Month and posing a discussion about the relevance of Black History Month in 2013
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Celebrate Black History Month
Black History Month Welcome Video
The expansion of Black History Week to Black History Month was first proposed by the leaders of the Black United Students at Kent State University in February 1969.
The first celebration of the Black History Month took place at Kent State one year later, in February 1970.
In 1976 as part of the United States Bicentennial, the informal expansion of Negro History Week to Black History Month was officially recognized by the U.S. government. President Gerald Ford spoke in regards to this, urging Americans to "seize the opportunity to honor the too-often neglected accomplishments of black Americans in every area of endeavor throughout our history."
Criticism
Black History Month sparks an annual debate about the continued usefulness and fairness of a designated month dedicated to the history of one race. Many people hold concerns about black history being delegated to a single month and the "hero worship" of some of the historical figures often recognized
Morgan Freeman, a critic of Black History Month, said: "I don't want a black history month. Black history is American history."