Beginning Feb. 1, schools, museums and communities across the nation will mark the start of Black History Month –- a celebration of Black history, culture and education. The history of the month dates back almost a century,

Black History Month is observed across the United States, Canada, and other parts of the world to honour the achievements, struggles, and contributions of African A

Here's everything to know about Black History Month, including when it is, where it was first celebrated and this year's theme.

Black History Month is observed annually in February, and Downingtown Area School District (DASD) is proud to join this year’s celebration of the contributions and successes of African Americans both in the United States and around the world.

To honor the achievements and contributions of African Americans during Black History Month and beyond, Discovery Education offers a new curated collection of high-quality digital learning resources.

This year's Black History Month theme is "African Americans and Labor" focusing on the ways work impacts "the collective experiences of Black people," according to Association for the Study of African American Life and History,

West Michigan residents looking to honor and celebrate Black History Month have a series of various activities to partake in this year. Black History Month honors the achievements and contributions of African Americans to the country every February.