Black History Month
Black History Month
This February, during Black History Month, Library Services is highlighting our digital resources on black history, including stories, achievements, culture, and contributions. Many black Americans are remembered and commemorated in the resources we've provided.
What is Black History Month?
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Black History Month celebrates the history and achievements of Black Americans. Historian Carter G. Woodson initiated the first official recognition of Black history in 1926. February is the birth month of two figures who loom large in the Black past: U.S. President Abraham Lincoln (born February 12), who issued the Emancipation Proclamation, and African American abolitionist, author, and orator Frederick Douglass (born February 14). Since the deaths of Lincoln and Douglass (in 1865 and 1895, respectively), the Black community celebrated their contributions to African American liberation and civil rights on their birthdays. Source: Encyclopedia Britannica
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Graphic Biographies for Black History Month
Graphic biographies enhance the text by helping readers gain deeper insight into the material. The artwork not only provides background and personal insights into the subject’s life, the artist’s choices in layouts and perspective also help establish the tone, mood, and overall experience for the reader. These artistic decisions create a dynamic portrayal of the person’s story in ways that words alone cannot.