Black History Month

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theGrio
February 9, 2022
The Cliffs Notes version of the civil rights struggle in the white imagination has been reduced to “nonviolence”—no resistance whatsoever.
Actors Christian Keyes and Darrin Dewitt Henson in "Black Coffee"
February 8, 2022
Black Coffee isn't a particularly good movie. It's highly entertaining, but if you’re into dissecting dialogue and plot, this ain’t…
February 7, 2022
In partnership with Afrofuturist scholars, the iconic concert hall will produce an over-80-event festival launching Feb. 12.
February 7, 2022
In a statement, Daniel Ek said he and the staff at Spotify "have a clear opportunity to learn and grow…
Akwaaba DC
February 6, 2022
This amenity-rich suite of properties is also rich in Black legacy are the perfect places to recharge this Black History…
House Oversight Committee Holds Hearing On Accessing Election Audit In Arizona
February 6, 2022
Eleanor Holmes Norton and Cory Booker announced a proposed bill that Norton said may give descendants of Black Union troops…
February 6, 2022
The Texas-based company expects to have 25,000 people attend its Black History Month market events this year.
February 5, 2022
Whether you’re passing the mic or coming to a safe stop at the light, remember: a Black person made it…
A scene from "You Got Served"
February 5, 2022
What I’m about to say may sound a little bit crazy but for my life it’s true: "You Got Served"…
February 4, 2022
The initiative highlighting  the food, culture and contributions of the African Diaspora focuses on Black Health and wellness this year.
Treasury Secretary Jacob Lew Visits Marian Anderson Residence Museum Discussing Her Inclusion On 5 Dollar Bill
February 4, 2022
Black History Month is underway, and the top streaming services and channels have compiled hours and hours of content for…
February 4, 2022
Kanye West wants February changed to 'Black Future Month,' while T-Pain says Black history should be all year long.
Rosa Parks, theGrio.com
February 3, 2022
The Detroit Pistons have teamed with the estate of Rosa Parks as part of the organization’s Black History Month celebration.
Mary McLeod Bethune
February 2, 2022
This is the origin story of critical race theory, the great migration and the civil rights movement.
February 2, 2022
From educational history specials to animated series, theGrio has you covered with series for kids to watch during Black History…
"Love Jones" theGrio
February 2, 2022
Oh, stop it, you know it’s true that spoken-word jam sucks. But let me make the case. Buckle up, Buttercup.
Ruby Bridges
February 2, 2022
From fighting for racial justice to conquering the business world, these young Black trailblazers all broke barriers before turning 20.
MIchael Jackson Joe Jackson thegrio.com
February 1, 2022
Broadway's 'MJ The Musical' analyzes Joe Jackson's polarizing influence on his King of Pop son, the late Michael Jackson.
Summer Walker thegrio.com
February 1, 2022
Summer Walker and Cordae are among artists taking part in Amazon Music's Black History Month "Black Is Culture..." initiative.
Marcus Garvey, theGrio.com
February 1, 2022
The 30-day campaign seeks to nab 100,000 signatures from across the globe to elicit an official White House response.