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History of Black History Month

This guide includes:

background on Black History Month and links to more information from national and regional organizations
links to campus and local events being held throughout the month of February (many of which are hosted and sponsored by UNH organizations)
a selection of books and videos available through the UNH Library which feature Black history and authors of color that are available all year round. You can search for more through the Library Search Box.
commentary on specific University Archives collections that are related to the activity of Black students, faculty, and staff, as well as efforts from UNH Administration to build a more diverse campus.
a list of resources available through the UNH Library related to the 2024 Black History Month theme - African Americans and the Arts

Here are some resources to learn more about Black History Month:

Black History Theme 2024: African Americans and the Arts
Association for the Study of African American Life and History
Origins of Black History Month
Black History Month February 2024: African Americans and the Arts
In February, celebrate Black History Month with Smithsonian events, resources, exhibitions, and podcasts. The 2024 theme is "African Americans and the Arts" spanning the many impacts Black Americans have had on visual arts, music, cultural movements, and more.
Celebrate Black History Month 2024: Art as a Platform for Social Justice
National Museum of African American History & Culture Digital Toolkit. Use the toolkit to go through five weekly focus areas that celebrate the Black people who have used art as their platform for social justice.

Black History Month 2024
Listing of campus and local events throughout Black History Month.