Over the next four weeks, the D.C. area comes alive with events highlighting contributions made by the Black community, lionizing heroes like Frederick Douglass and William Still; shining a spotlight on histories that don’t always appear in schoolbooks;

From jazz and comedy festivals to thought-provoking films and art showcases, February is packed with events that honor Oregon’s Black history and communities.

From historical plays to intimate concerts to films and children’s activities, here are 13 ways to take part in Black History Month in and around Boston this year.

Ryan, the White House correspondent for The Grio, asked Karoline Leavitt at this term's first press briefing whether Black History Month is still on in a second Trump administration. The answer was unclear,

February is Black History Month and the City of Terre Haute is celebrating by unveiling new banners downtown. The banners will feature local honorees, recognizing their impact on the Terre Haute community.

From hip-hop to soul food to HBCUs, these events celebrate Black culture and excellence in Phoenix, Chandler, Scottsdale and Tempe all month long.

Feb. events include the 30th annual Langston Hughes Community Poetry reading, and a free PPAC program celebrating musician and activist Randall Ashe.

The Utica/Oneida County Branch NAACP will honor Black History Month with its annual program hosted by the History Center.

Mark Milley's personal security detail and security clearance is being pulled by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, multiple senior administration officials tell Fox News. Another desperate cry for attention from the most thin-skinned of them all: Trump supporters.