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The roots of Black History Month can be traced back to black historian and journalist Carter G. Woodson who helped found Negro History Week in 1926. The event coincided with the birthdays of President Abraham Lincoln and abolitionist Frederick Douglass during the second week of February.
 Honoring the contributions of black Americans expanded from black communities in the 1950s and 1960s to schools and city halls across the country, as teachers and mayors took part too. The celebration was expanded to the entire month of February in 1976.
 During the month of February, KISS 104.1 celebrates and highlights the accomplishments of black history.
Black History Month 2025 Events
A Tribute to Black Art – A Benefit Concert
Saturday, February 8, 2025 (6:00 - 9:00 PM)
320 Austin Ave NE, Marietta, GA 30060
https://hopeworldwide.ticketspice.com/a-tribute-to-black-art-2025
Celebrate Black History Month by attending A Tribute to Black Art, a benefit concert. The night will include performances that celebrate black art and an intermission with local black owned businesses present as vendors. All this will be to support HOPE worldwide, a non-profit that is launching a pilot program, The Launch Pad, to provide transitional housing and other resources for those who are 18-22 that are either homeless or transitioning out of foster care.
African-American Folktales
Feb. 15, 2025 | 11:30AM | Aurora Theatre
https://auroratheatre.com/productions-and-programs/view/folktales/
Experience the rich folklore of African-American culture this Black History Month! From the tricks of Anansi & Brer Rabbit, to the sounds & rhythms of the talking drum, African-American Folktales is a great way to see the African storytelling tradition in action. Experience culture in a way that not only educates, but entertains too!
Spelman Museum Presents We Say What Black This Is
Spelman College Museum of Fine Art
350 Spelman Lane | Camille Olivia Hanks Cosby Academic Center
Spelman College Museum of Fine Art presents We Say What Black This Is, an exhibition showcasing mixed media and watercolor paintings by MacArthur award-winning artist Amanda Williams. The new exhibit opens February 7, 2025, and will be on view through May 24, 2025.
2025 Black History Month Heritage Night Celebration
Wednesday, February 19 · 6 - 8pm EST
Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center
The 2025 theme for Black History Month is "African Americans and Labor." Gwinnett County will showcase the connection between Black Labor and the rich traditions of Black Family Reunions at this lively celebration. Join us for a night of soul food, a mesmerizing choir, special guests, and an exhibition displayed throughout the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center. RSVP today!
Atlanta Black Expo 2025
February 22 · 6pm - February 23 · 6pm EST
Georgia World Congress Center
The Atlanta Black Expo will feature a wide range of Black owned companies in all industries. Attendees are specifically coming to this event to spend dollars with Black businesses. Make sure you are one of the many exhibitors that will grow their business that day!