ASALH | The Founders of Black History Month (est. 1915)

A Message from the President

ASALH urges safety and preparedness ahead of June 14 “No Kings” marches and military parade.

ASALH Proudly Recognizes the Charles Deslondes Branch for Leading the Service of Dignity Honoring the Repatriation of The Nineteen

A memorial in New Orleans honored 19 African Americans repatriated from Germany, with the Charles Deslondes Branch of ASALH helping lead the dignity-restoring service.

ASALH Mourns the loss of former Congressman Charles Rangel

ASALH Mourns the loss of Former Congressman and CBC founder Charles B. Rangel

ASALH Member Edda Fields-Black Wins a Pulitzer Prize

Congratulations to ASALH member Edda Fields-Black, winner of the Pulitzer Prize in History for Combee, her powerful work on Harriet Tubman and Black freedom in the Civil War

2026 ASALH Book Prize Submissions Are Open

ASALH is accepting submissions for the 2026 ASALH Book Prize

ASALH Magna Carta; Our North Star

Established at ASALH's First Virtual Convening

Call for Proposal Deadline is May 17th

ASALH has now opened its call for 2025 proposals for the Annual Conference in Atlanta, GA.

Known as the “Father of Black History,” Woodson (1875-1950) was the son of former slaves and understood the importance of gaining a proper education when striving to secure and maximize one’s divine right...

Black History Kits are now Available!

FOUR high-quality 18x24 posters suitable for framing PLUS a copy of the Black History Bulletin with suggestions on sharing and teaching content pertaining to the theme. Need it quick? Call the office!