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Black History Month, Celebrating the beauty of diversity in Gaithersburg

The City celebrates and honors Black History Month with a variety of educational programs, exhibits, and an official proclamation.

Celebrated annually in the United States during the month of February, Black History Month was started in 1926 by Dr. Carter G. Woodson. He sought to bring national attention to the important contributions African Americans made to the history of the United States. Woodson chose February because it includes the birthdays of Frederick Douglass, Langston Hughes and Abraham Lincoln.

Activities and exhibits celebrating Black History Month include:

“The Creative Mind” Exhibit

Take the journey from past to present spotlighting Black contributions and achievements in American history. “The Creative Mind” is a traveling exhibit from the National Academy of Sciences that celebrates the contributions of African Americans to medicine, mathematics, engineering, and all branches of science. The exhibit features the careers and achievements of some of today’s outstanding Black scientists, engineers, mathematicians, and medical professionals and highlights the work of notable figures from the past. A “Did You Know?” section brings in additional information about each field, pointing to future career possibilities for creative minds of the next generation. The exhibit will be on display in the Activity Center at Bohrer Park from February 1 - 28, 8 a.m. - 9 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

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