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In February 1926, Carter G. Woodson launched Negro History Week (Black History Month) as an initiative to bring national attention to the contributions of black people throughout American history. #BHM #CarterGWoodson #ASALH ASALH.org

Thurs, 4/23 | 6:30 PM | #SchomburgCenter: Join the conversation as Dr. Brian Kwoba discusses his book Hubert Harrison: Forbidden Genius of Black Radicalism with Dr. Brian Jones (The Tuskegee Student Uprising) A book signing follows. #Schomburg100 #Harlem ow.ly/cIV250YCrs8

Happy Easter! Explore Easter related objects and photographs in our collection: s.si.edu/2poMJ6c #APeoplesJourney #BlackFaith

Happy Easter to all who celebrate ✝️

This Women’s History Month, we asked a number of incredible, successful, powerful women: Whose shoulders do you stand on? @angela_rye, CEO of IMPACT Strategies, shares the insights she’s gained from her mother Dr. Andrea Rye on the importance of opening doors for others.

On this day in 1964, segregated white churches in Jackson, Mississippi, barred two interracial groups from entering Easter Sunday services. Nine men were arrested and convicted of disturbing public worship. calendar.eji.org/racial-injusti…

BLACK NEW YORKER: Shelton Haynes has been in senior leadership roles, from the NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) and was later president of the Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation (RIOC). amsterdamnews.com/news/2026/03/1…

#BREAKING: Today, we announce @KristenClarkeJD as the new General Counsel of the NAACP. The first Black woman to lead the DOJ’s Civil Rights Division, Clarke also served as President and Executive Director of the @LawyersComm and has trained future legal advocates at @HowardU School of Law. She is a fierce advocate who will lead our legal fight to advance civil rights and defend democracy nationwide. Read the full announcement here: naacp.org/articles/civil…

Wishing the great Andrew Young a happy early Birthday. The civil rights leader and former congressman, mayor and ambassador was born 3-12-32 and is 94 with the energy of a man half his age. @AJC @itsuatl uatl.com/news/2026/03/a…

On Harriet Tubman Day, we honor not only her courage but her tactical genius. Her leadership during the Combahee River Raid changed the course of history.

Epic night at the @CAU Art Museum as “W.E.B. Du Bois Revisited” opened, inspired by @ajc’s re-creation of 1900 Paris exhibit. Marking 100 years of #BlackHistoryMonth, CAU Prez George French called it “a profound tribute” to Du Bois. @CAUArtMuseum @ASALH uatl.com/news/2026/03/a…

We can take action today to turn back the tide of injustice. #AyannaPressley

A century later, Black history scholars continue renovations to ‘The house that Carter G. Woodson built’ @afronews afro.com/asalh-preserve…

Black History Centennial Celebration at Marshall University @marshallu wsaz.com/2026/03/02/bla…

#OnThisDay in 1865, Congress established the Bureau of Refugees, Freedmen, and Abandoned Lands, commonly known as the Freedmen’s Bureau. Explore the bounty, challenges and promises of Emancipation in the museum's Freedmen's Bureau Search Portal: nmaahc.si.edu/explore/freedm…

The @USPS unveiled new Forever Stamps today honoring Harriet Powers, Muhammad Ali, and Phillis Wheatley! Stories that move through generations. #ASALH #CarterGWoodson #blackhistoryluncheon #100years #ASALH100 #ForeverStamps

Grateful to the sponsors whose support made the ASALH 100th Annual Black History Month Festival & Luncheon possible. Your investment sustains the work of preserving and uplifting Black history! #ASALH #CarterGWoodson #blackhistoryluncheon #100years #ASALH100

Thank you to Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. @OfficialOPPF presented a $10,000 contribution to ASALH in support of its ongoing mission to preserve and promote Black history. Legacy sustained through action! #ASALH #CarterGWoodson #blackhistoryluncheon #100years #ASALH100

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ASALH’s President Karsonya Wise Whitehead delivered a powerful keynote at today’s 100th Annual Black History Month Luncheon! Three key points: • Be a gardener (plant seeds) • Have courage • All skin folks ain’t kin folks #ASALH #CarterGWoodson #blackhistoryluncheon

What an amazing day celebrating Black History! Unveiled today: the Harriet Powers: Folklorist and Quiltmaker First Day of Issue Stamp by @USPS!! A tribute to storytelling, artistry, and legacy woven into history. #ASALH #CarterGWoodson #blackhistoryluncheon #ASALH100