Community Events Celebrate Black History Across America

This Black History Month, various initiatives and discussions are highlighting the rich history and contributions of African Americans across the United States. In Columbus, the Bronzeville Neighborhood Association, led by President Brown, is revitalizing a historically significant community that thrived during the Great Migration but faced decline due to urban development and desegregation. Meanwhile, in Easton, a panel discussion at the Sigal Museum featured prominent Black residents sharing their experiences and the evolving race relations from the 1940s to the present. In Oklahoma, Tammy Carter's bus tours of historic all-Black towns are educating participants about the rich history of these communities and their cultural significance. Additionally, a tribute to pioneering Black women, Sarah J. S. Tompkins Garnet and Susan Smith McKinney Steward, highlights their roles in the suffrage movement and community health. Lastly, an upcoming series in Lubbock seeks to confront and acknowledge the community's historic mistreatment of Black residents, emphasizing the ongoing journey toward reconciliation and understanding.