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.

February is Black History Month and it pays tribute to the achievements of African Americans throughout U.S. history. It has been celebrated since 1976, but actually started back in 1926 with Negro History Week.

Black History Month, a celebration of Black history, culture and education, kicks off on Feb. 1. Historian and author Carter G.

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.

What started out as Negro History Week in 1926 has evolved into a month-long celebration. Now, Black History Month is celebrated each February as a way to remember the accomplishments and contributions of the Black community.

DELMARVA- Historically Black Colleges and Universities known as HBCUs emerged after the Civil War to provide Black Americans the most basic of human rights, access to a full education. For over 180 years,