Black History Month, or National African American History Month, is an annual celebration of achievements by Black Americans and a time for recognizing the central role of Black Americans in U.S. history. This month’s celebrations unfold against a unique backdrop, occurring during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and in the wake of the 2020 protests for racial justice.
In 2020, the Dallas Regional Chamber made a commitment to build a more inclusive community and address systemic racism head-on. We are committed to listen, to learn and, most importantly, to take meaningful action.
Part of that commitment is to better understand and acknowledge the history of racism against Blacks in our country and to share in teachings and celebrations. Below are resources to help you better understand Black history and celebrate the achievements.
About Black History Month:
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- History.com: Black History Milestones
- The Guardian: Black History Timeline
- Texas Historical Commission: African American History Sites in Dallas
- Texas Time Travel: African American Heritage in Texas
- VisitDallas: African American Guide to Dallas
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Black History Month Exhibits:
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- African American Museum of Dallas
- South Dallas Cultural Center: Playing in the Dark: Burned but Not Consumed by Talley Williams
- Freedman’s Cemetery Memorial
- Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum: The Fight for Civil Rights in the South
- Galleria Dallas: Black is Beautiful DFW
- Black Girl Magic Pop-Up Museum
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Black History Month Virtual Events:
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- Feb. 2 – National Museum of African American History & Culture: Historically Speaking: ‘Four Hundred Souls’ — A Conversation With Ibram Kendi And Keisha N. Blain
- Feb. 4 – Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum: A Journey for Justice: Freedom Rider Betty Daniels Rosemond
- Feb. 5 – 26 – YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas: Freedom Tour Fridays
- Feb. 9 – UT Dallas: The Truth: Black Wall Street & Entrepreneurship Panel
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Feb. 12 and 19 – MLK, Jr. Community Center: The Fierce Urgency of Now
- Feb. 20 – Dallas Black Dance Theatre: Cultural Awareness
- Feb. 24 – Dallas Colleges: Black History Month Event with Roland Martin
- Feb. 25 – EY: Black History Month Executive Conference
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Ways to Celebrate Black History Month:
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- Support Black-owned businesses and strengthen your supplier diversity progress
- Invest in the organizations serving the Black community
- Support company employee resource group and their events
- Encourage employees to expand their understanding of Black History and racism
- Commit to impactful and long-term DEI efforts
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