Join the Celebration
Black History Month, also known as African American History Month, is an annual celebration that 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.
Black history is American history. Taking time to acknowledge the achievements of African Americans highlights the rich deposits made in the accounts of our nation's history. Looking to the past informs future decisions while faithfully stewarding the privileges gained in the name of equality.
The hope is that this guide will peak interest and empower all to do their own exploring about black history. May inspiration be drawn from the stories and prompt a daily pursuit of work with passion to result in significant contributions to modern day society.
Will you join the celebration? Or will you miss a beautiful opportunity to celebrate of American history? - not just for February, but all year long!
African American Trail Spotlight
“The brochure was created by a community of people who wanted to make a tangible piece of history that allows for many histories to be honored,” Shana Thornton, the mind behind the Trail as well as a local author and a graduate of APSU said. She is also the wife of our very own, Terry Morris (Clarksville Campus). Shana continues, “The people and places on the brochure are the legacies.”
Check out the African American Legacy Trail
Read what Clarksville Now said about the historic trail here.