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Hey, did you know Black
History Month originally

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started out as a
week in February

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to commemorate the Black past
and extend the public study

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of Black history?

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This event inspired schools
and communities nationwide

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to organize local celebrations,
establish history clubs,

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and host performances
and lectures.

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President Gerald Ford officially
recognized Black History Month

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in 1976.

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To this day, it's observed
in the United States, Canada,

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the United Kingdom, Germany,
and even the Netherlands.

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Visit Black history
or civil rights

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museums in your local area.

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Support Black-owned businesses.

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Support Black creatives,
artists, poets, even

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local musicians, read
books by Black authors,

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study the African diaspora.

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