Black History Month Fast Facts

February 1, 2008 0

Negro History Week Begins, what is now known as Black History Month, was first celebrated on this date (Feb. 1st) as Negro History Week by Carter G. Woodson. It became a month long celebration in 1976.

Rock/Funk singer Rick James was born on February 1st 1952.

One of the most famous poets, Langston Hughes was born on February 1st 1902.

On February 1st 1974, “Good Times” premiered on CBS.

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