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Black History Month
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Commemorating African-American history, heritage, culture, accomplishments and contributions
African-American author and teacher Dr. Carter Godwin Woodson, who is considered to be the "Father of Black History," established the first Negro History Week in 1926. Fifty years later, on the nation's bicentennial, this celebration of African-American heritage was extended to the entire month of February.
A commemoration of the historical, cultural and contemporary roles of African Americans in the United States, Black History Month aspires to educate the nation on topics significant to the African-American experience, including slavery, segregation, and the civil-rights movements. Tribute is paid to leaders, politicians, martyrs, soldiers, artists, authors, and heroes whose remarkable achievements in their respective fields represent the tragedies, triumphs and continuing struggles of the African-American community.
In honor of Black History Month, February's Spotlight of the Month profiles renowned African Americans of both past and present and reflects on African-American history and culture. Articles and Web sites include:
ARTICLES
1. Black Activists Launch Rare Attack on Cuba About Racism
2. Ozomatli's New View of This Big World
3. It's a Wonderful Life
4. Family Man
5. In a Surprise, Obama Wins Nobel Peace Prize
6. W.E.B. DuBois Society
WEB SITE
Aboard the Underground Railroad
Read more articles from our Spotlights by logging on to our SIRS Knowledge Source® feature page. Note that the new month's content will not appear until the first of the new month.
SIRS Discoverer®
Each February, the United States observes Black History Month, a celebration of African Americans and their history, culture and heritage.
People across the nation honor and learn about the vital role of African Americans in shaping the country's past and present. From the times of slavery through the civil-rights movement, from the courageous efforts of Harriet Tubman to the political success of Barack Obama, African Americans and their history and accomplishments have helped to shape American history.
This month, SIRS Discoverer Spotlight of the Month pays tribute to Black History Month. Articles and Web sites include:
ARTICLES
1. MLK Day Craft Celebrates Diversity
2. In Dad's Footsteps
3. Editorial Cartoon: Martin Luther King Jr. Day
4. Celebrate Kwanzaa By Building Family
5. Famous African Americans
WEB SITE
Jazz in the Schools
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articles from the Spotlight of the Month by logging on to SIRS Discoverer®.
Monthly Events/Holidays
- Making Valentines: A Tradition in America
Source: American Antiquarian Society (AAS)
"'Making Valentines: A Tradition in America' is designed to show the evolution of the Valentine's Day card. This exhibition is drawn, in part, from an original display created by AAS staff member Audrey Zook in 1985. It includes a select group of Valentine's Day cards belonging to the Society." (AAS)
- Chronologies of Martin Luther King, Jr.
Source: Stanford University
View this collection of six interactive timelines relating to the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Each timeline highlights a different period or aspect of King's career. Also, view photos from King's life.
Spotlight of the Month topics are selected mainly from
Chase's Calendar of Events. Articles are also accessible within the main database and remain in our SIRS newsletter archives for one year.
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