Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing the central role of blacks in U.S. history. The event grew out of “Negro History Week,” the brainchild of noted historian Carter G. Woodson and other prominent African Americans. Since 1976, every U.S. president has officially designated the month of February as Black History Month. Other countries around the world, including Canada and the United Kingdom, also devote a month to celebrating black history.

Although Miami is a relatively young city, it is rich in art, culture and heritage. The fabric of the city is a diverse blend of cultures and the abundant black history is an integral part of the foundation.

Please visit MiamiBlackHistoryMonth.com, which showcases some of Miami’s attractions, points of interest, events/festivals and historical information in honor of Black History Month.