The celebration of Black History Month originated with the vision of Carter G. Woodson, known as “the father of Black History.” A little more than a decade later, in 1926, Woodson initiated “Negro History Week” to celebrate and increase awareness around the contributions of African Americans from all walks of life. Read more about Woodson’s work and the story of Henry “Box” Brown in this month’s column by Dr. Spencer Kuchle, Associate Director of Collections and Interpretation.