Black History Month

Ella Jo Baker fought tirelessly — and quietly — for civil rights, working with the most prominent organizations of the…
/ February 16, 2024
Check out these new documentaries for Black History Month that range from learning fun historical facts to exploring political deep…
/ February 15, 2024
Democrats and Republicans, aware of the importance of the Black vote. held dueling Black History Month celebrations.
/ February 15, 2024
Descendants and families of prominent Black civil rights leaders and historical figures convened at the White House for a historic…
/ February 14, 2024
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TheGrio celebrates Issa Rae, one of Black history’s most successful and influential triple threats in "Keeping Black History Alive."
/ February 14, 2024
Part 1 of theGrio’s Black History Month series explores the myths, misunderstandings and mischaracterizations of America’s slaveholding past.
/ February 13, 2024
Willie Ninja, Black history, thegrio.com
theGrio celebrates Willi Ninja, the Godfather of Vogue and one of Black history’s most influential artists and dancers.
/ February 13, 2024
Black History, Bert Williams, thegrio.com
TheGrio celebrates Bert Williams, the first African-American to obtain a lead role on Broadway in "Keeping Black History Alive."
/ February 12, 2024
National Geographic's documentary “The Space Race” chronicles the stories of Black astronauts — and their first pioneer, Ed Dwight.
/ February 10, 2024
A silent short shot in 1898, "Something Good - Negro Kiss" is the first film featuring footage of African Americans…
/ February 9, 2024
"Lucky" Luciano was no match for Carter, who years earlier was the first Black woman to graduate from Fordham University…
/ February 9, 2024
From recognizing Walt Disney's signature as a child to pursuing his dream job, Floyd's story is one of triumph and…
/ February 8, 2024