February is Black History Month

February is Black History Month. The theme for 2008 is "Carter G. Woodson and the Origins of Multiculturalism." Known as the "Father of Black History," Woodson was an intellectual leader of the early twentieth century who created the Association for the Study of Afro-American Life and History and sought to educate society on the importance of cultural diversity in democracy.

Click on the links below for more information on African-American History Month, Carter G. Woodson, and more.

• Library of Congress: African-American History Month - Highlighting resources on African-American history and culture available from its extensive online collections, and sponsoring special commemorative events.

• Association for the Study of African-American Life and History - The founders of Black History Month offer information on the 2008 celebration and theme: "Carter G. Woodson and the Origins of Multiculturalism"

• National African-American History Month 2008 - A Presidential proclamation from WhiteHouse.gov.

• Carter G. Woodson, Father of Black History - Biographical information from the U.S. Department of State

• Civil Rights History and Timeline of Events - Background information on the Civil Rights Movement, from FindLaw.

• More Resources:
• Black History Month (History Channel)
• African-Americans: Teaching and Learning Resources ( U.S. Dept. of Education)
• Black History Teaching Resources (Smithsonian Education)
• Carter G. Woodson Collection of Papers and Related Documents (Library of Congress)
• Carter G. Woodson National Historic Site (National Park Service)
• Civil Rights Center (FindLaw)