The 2026 Black History Month theme, “A Century of Black History Commemorations,”
The 2026 Black History Month theme, “A Century of Black History Commemorations,” marks the 100th anniversary of Negro History Week, founded by Dr. Carter G. Woodson in 1926. Established by the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH), the theme reflects the growth of Black history from a week-long observance to a global, month-long celebration—while emphasizing the continued importance of preserving, teaching, and honoring Black history today.
