Black History Month 1 Oct 2024

Black History Month

It"s Black History Month. Originating in the United States in the 1920s, the annual celebration crossed the Atlantic to British shores in 1987—a year that also marked the 150th anniversary of Caribbean emancipation and the birth centenary of Black nationalist Marcus Garvey. The initiative was spearheaded by Ghanaian activist Akyaaba Addai-Sebo, who recognised the need for a dedicated time to reflect on Black history in Britain. This movement has since grown, and today, it"s a cornerstone of our cultural calendar. From educational events and festivals to thought-provoking exhibitions, October is packed with opportunities to learn and celebrate.

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Today in History

Black History Month begins
1 Oct 2023Lake Bled, Slovenia
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A legendary islet
A fox in the dunes
19 Oct 2024International Archaeology Day
6 Feb 2025Waitangi Day in New Zealand
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Where the humpback whale sings
Dare to delve into this dense swamp
3 Nov 2023World Jellyfish Day
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25 Nov 2025Trevi Fountain, Rome, Italy
5 Apr 2025Grand National
14 Mar 2025Celebrating Pi Day
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31 May 2024Gunnerside, Yorkshire Dales National Park, England
1 Mar 2024Saint Davids Day
3 Dec 2024Amber Fort, Amer, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
5 Nov 2024Guy Fawkes Night
Stunning symmetry
An island crossroad of culture
2 Jan 2025Ardez village, Graubunden, Switzerland
25 Jun 2024Valley of Fire State Park, Nevada, USA
13 Sep 2025Last Night of the Proms
3 Mar 2024World Wildlife Day
26 Apr 2024Tree of Life, Olympic National Park, Washington, USA
24 Feb 2024Almond trees in full bloom, California, USA
23 Mar 2025World Meteorological Day