“From Negro History Week to Black History Month” – 250 years of American History!
Celebrate Dr. Carter G. Woodson and Black History Month by harkening back to its origin in 1926 with Negro History Week.
When: Saturday, February 7th from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
Where:
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Library,
901 G Street NW, Washington, DC 20001
Families will learn about American History more deeply by making their own posters and history kits featuring such Black Americans as Benjamin Banneker, Harriett Tubman and others. In addition to this and other hands-on activities, visitors will get to meet and get a selfie with “Dr. Carter G. Woodson” – the creator of the Negro History Week, the forerunner of Black History Month.
Fees
This event is free to attend.
Location
Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library 901 G St. NW, Washington, DC 20001
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- Children’s Program
- Living History
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