About Today: Why Is Black History Month in February?

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Today From Jen Hubley, your About Today Editor Do you ever wonder why we celebrate Black History Month in February? I've always wondered, not least because if I were picking months, I might pick something less smack-dab in the middle of winter. Who Founded Black History Month? February should probably be the Official Month of Napping, and not anything more historically and socially significant. Top 10 Interesting Black History Resources Quotes From Nelson Mandela See More About:  african-american history  carter g. woodson  black history month The Origins of Black History Month As it turns out, two very important birthdays took place in February, and that was a big reason for the choice. (And yes, you'll have to read the piece to find out.) Black History Month Documentaries Essay Topics for Black History Month See More About:  black history month  carter g. woodson  jimmy carter What Is African-American History? How do you define African-American history? When did it begin, and which eras does it encompass? Who Was America's First Black Mayor? More About the Origins of Black History Month See More About:  frederick douglass  black history month  carter g. woodson National Events for Black History Month Chances are, there are events in your hometown celebrating Black History Month. You can find some of them here. Black History Month for Educators A Historical Overview of Black History Month See More About:  black history month  contests  events Today Ads Black History African American Black Heroes Black Leaders Black Picture Featured Articles 5 Things You Should Never Post on Facebook Our Favorite Wines Under $10 7 Ways to Get out of that Rut Are Organic Flowers Really Safer? Prom Hair for 2011 Follow Us on Facebook   More from About.com Over the Counter Cold Medications How to choose the right medication for your cold and flu symptoms. More> Should Kids Get Flu Shots? Think your child is too healthy to need a flu shot? Think again. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Today newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Advertisement