Origins of Black History MonthDaryl Michael Scott ASALH Former National President COMPANY HISTORY 1920sFrom the beginning, Woodson was overwhelmed by the response to his call. Negro History Week appeared across the country in…Read More 1937Woodson and the Association scrambled to meet the demand. They set a theme for the annual celebration, and provided study…Read More 1930s Like most ideas that resonate with the spirit of the times, Negro History Week proved to be more dynamic than…Read More 1940’s Well before his death in 1950, Woodson believed that the weekly celebrations—not the study or celebration of black history–would eventually…Read More Page 2 of 3 1 2 3
