When Did Black History Month Begin?

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It began in 1926 as black history week by Carter G. Woodsen. In 1976 it became Black History Month, beginning the first day of February lasting the entire month.
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Black History Month
National African American History Month, originated as Negro History Week in 1926 by Carter G. Woodson, is observed each February as a time to recognize the contributions of African Americans to the culture at large... More »
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It began in 1926 as black history week by Carter G. Woodsen. In 1976 it became Black History Month, beginning the first day of February lasting the entire month.
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Black History Month started in 1976. Fifty years earlier, the beginnings of Black History month started as just a week. That's one fourth of the length it is now. For more information
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Black History Month occurs during February in American and Canada. In the United Kingdom, Black History Month occurs during October. Black History Month began in 1926.
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Black history month is in the month ofFfebruary. Black history month has 28 days in it and focuses on successful Black people. These people have made drastic changes in our lives.
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