Ancient humans did not sleep continuously. They commonly slept in two shifts each night, separated by a period of wakefulness ...

Dr. Carter G. Woodson, the founder of Negro History Week, Black History Month, and the Association for the Study of African American Life and History, is remembered for his dedication to preserving ...

Black History Month is more than a designation on the calendar. It is a time when members of the African diaspora honor their past, celebrate their present and hope for their future. The celebration ...

This year, Black History Month marks its 100th anniversary. At this pivotal moment — on the eve of America’s 250th anniversary — Black History Month stands as a necessary corrective to the nation’s ...

Black History Month is an annual observance in February that highlights the history and contributions of Black people. The month was chosen to coincide with the birthdays of President Abraham Lincoln ...