Black History Month 2015 is here!  

     Black History Month 2015 is here.  I hear folks say that we shouldn't confine Black History month to the month of February and I agree, but then they do nothing to celebrate the many contributions of African Americans in February or any other month.  Here's an idea, let's make February the start of the Black History year and begin with the many celebrations already in place or use February to create a celebration of diversity that lasts throughout the year.  I will repeat this as I do each year,
Black history  is the history of ALL of us.  It is simply the part of the story that is infrequently told that helps to create a richer, more complete story of America.  February 1st is the birthday of Langston Hughes.  According to Wikipedia, he was born James Mercer Langston Hughes.  He was an American poet, social activist, novelist, playwright, and columnist.  He was born in 1902 in Joplin, Missouri and died May 22, 1967 in New York city, NY.
     One of the children's books in the Hands On Black History museum's collection is "The First Book of Negroes."  One of its writers was Hughes, whom the company hired at a time when his sources of income were limited.  The book was published in 1952 and is a collection of Black history from slavery to 'modern day' challenges of Black Americans written for children.
     As we commit to making February a starting point in our celebration of diversity, learn about a different African American each day of the month and share your knowledge with children, friends and family.  Check back here and I'll help you in your journey with a few suggestions.

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