We Celebrate! Black History Month 2026
February 2026 marks 100 years of Black history commemorations. In 1926, historian and scholar Dr. Carter G. Woodson founded Negro History Week to highlight the stories, culture, and contributions of Black people in America. Fifty years later, in 1976, President Gerald Ford officially recognized the entire month of February as Black History Month. Although the shortest month of the year, February was intentionally chosen because of the birthdays of President Abraham Lincoln (Feb. 12th) and abolitionist Frederick Douglass (Feb. 14th).
Black history is made every day. Let’s explore, teach, and celebrate Black history throughout February and beyond. Join the W.A. Franke Honors College at our signature Black History Month event, Black Culture and Movement on Tuesday, February 10th from 4:00 pm-6:00 pm in the Honors Village Courtyard. This celebratory event will feature history, performances, music, food, and resources. All are welcome to attend.
Check out these resources:
Franke Honors Sankofa Scholars
MLK Dream Student Space
U of A Black Student Union
African American Museum of Southern Arizona
February 10 | 4:00 - 6:00 PM | Honors Village Courtyard
Celebrate 100 years of Black history, culture, and the arts with performances, activities, and food from a local black-owned business. There will be a DJ and a Black history activities table to commemorate the month. All Are Welcome!
FEATURED CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS: W.A. Franke Honors College Sankofa Scholars, African American Student Affairs, African American Museum of Southern Arizona, Blue Lotus Artists' Collective, African Americans in Life Sciences, Bachelor of Creative Intelligence and Innovation (BCII)
More Black Excellence, Innovation, & Events
The MLK Dream Student Space will be hosting events all month long!
Follow their Instagram @mlk_uofa for up to date information on events throughout the month of February.