Black History Month celebrations in metro Atlanta | 2024
February is Black History Month, which is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time to recognize their central role in U.S. history. Here is a list of Black History Month celebrations in metro Atlanta.
February is Black History Month, which is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time to recognize their central role in U.S. history. Here is a list of Black History Month celebrations in metro Atlanta.
Was Georgia’s white founder an ally to enslaved people? A new book dissects his history
DeKalb County CEO Michael Thurmond's book traces James Edward Oglethorpe’s origins before departing for America. Thurmond argues that seeing the cruelty of slavery firsthand changed Oglethorpe, who returned to England and shared his views with activists who would become Britain’s first abolitionists.
DeKalb County CEO Michael Thurmond's book traces James Edward Oglethorpe’s origins before departing for America. Thurmond argues that seeing the cruelty of slavery firsthand changed Oglethorpe, who returned to England and shared his views with activists who would become Britain’s first abolitionists.
Donzaleigh Abernathy reflects on Atlanta school integration: 'We stood up and did our part'
In 1965, Donzaleigh Abernathy - the daughter of civil rights leader Ralph David Abernathy, Sr. - was one of the first Black students to integrate the classrooms at Atlanta's Spring Street School.
In 1965, Donzaleigh Abernathy - the daughter of civil rights leader Ralph David Abernathy, Sr. - was one of the first Black students to integrate the classrooms at Atlanta's Spring Street School.
Alice Walker: World-renowned author grew up in small Georgia town
It was a small town in North Georgia that gave this world-renowned author her start.
It was a small town in North Georgia that gave this world-renowned author her start.
From segregation era to police chief: Douglasville leader hosting unity event
Gary Spark recalls stepping into Winston Elementary School for the first time at the conclusion of segregation in the 1960s.
Gary Spark recalls stepping into Winston Elementary School for the first time at the conclusion of segregation in the 1960s.
Black History Month: Author writes affirmations book for Black boys
The book, written by hip-hop documentarian & author Ace Clark, was created to uplift and inspire Black youth.
The book, written by hip-hop documentarian & author Ace Clark, was created to uplift and inspire Black youth.
Tulsa Race Massacre: How Atlantans can help victims finally rest in peace
More than 100 years ago, Black Wall Street was burned to the ground. Tulsa city leaders believe people from Atlanta, Coweta and Troup counties with the last names Bohannon, Meriwether, Daniel and Vaughn can help give the Tulsa Race Massacre victims a proper burial.
More than 100 years ago, Black Wall Street was burned to the ground. Tulsa city leaders believe people from Atlanta, Coweta and Troup counties with the last names Bohannon, Meriwether, Daniel and Vaughn can help give the Tulsa Race Massacre victims a proper burial.
Filmmakers talk upcoming 4-hour 'Gospel' series on PBS
A new four-hour docuseries airing on PBS next week takes a deep dive into the history of Black spirituality and music.
A new four-hour docuseries airing on PBS next week takes a deep dive into the history of Black spirituality and music.
Metro Atlanta Black-owned tech company hoping to change delivery industry with app
All month long, FOX5 celebrates Black people's accomplishments. An Atlanta-area Black-owned tech company hopes to change the delivery industry.
All month long, FOX5 celebrates Black people's accomplishments. An Atlanta-area Black-owned tech company hopes to change the delivery industry.
AMC offering $5 movie tickets to celebrate Black History Month
For $5, moviegoers can see a select set of films starring or created by Black filmmakers and actors. Here's the list.
For $5, moviegoers can see a select set of films starring or created by Black filmmakers and actors. Here's the list.
Black History Month: McLendon Hospital at risk of being forgotten forever
At one time, during segregation, the McLendon Hospital was one of just two places in Atlanta where African Americans could get medical care. The hospital has been gone for many years, and now there's concern the hospital is at risk of being forgotten forever.
At one time, during segregation, the McLendon Hospital was one of just two places in Atlanta where African Americans could get medical care. The hospital has been gone for many years, and now there's concern the hospital is at risk of being forgotten forever.
Celebrating Rosa Parks' 111th birthday: Atlanta woman recalls being on the bus
Rosa Park, whose simple act of defiance became a pivotal moment in the Civil Rights Movement, would be turning 111 on Sunday.
Rosa Park, whose simple act of defiance became a pivotal moment in the Civil Rights Movement, would be turning 111 on Sunday.
‘Lift Every Voice and Sing’: How the Black National Anthem is tied to Atlanta
The Black National Anthem, a song that inspires hope and the pursuit of liberty, has a unique tie to a Historically Black College and University in Atlanta.
The Black National Anthem, a song that inspires hope and the pursuit of liberty, has a unique tie to a Historically Black College and University in Atlanta.
Black History Month: Anthony Anderson shares moment that altered course of his life in FOX’s ‘My Story’ series
“In a world where representation matters more than ever, we share ‘My Story,’” FOX Entertainment said.
“In a world where representation matters more than ever, we share ‘My Story,’” FOX Entertainment said.
Black History Month 2024 theme: African Americans’ influence on the arts in the US
This year’s theme highlights the influence Black artists have had on visual and performing arts, as well as literature, fashion, music, film, and much more.
This year’s theme highlights the influence Black artists have had on visual and performing arts, as well as literature, fashion, music, film, and much more.
‘It was surreal’: Florida native becomes Vanderbilt’s first Black woman neurosurgery resident
A prestigious medical school will see its first Black woman neurosurgery resident ever.
A prestigious medical school will see its first Black woman neurosurgery resident ever.
Harriet Tubman monument unveiled in New Jersey
The “Shadow of a Face” monument replaced a statue of Christopher Columbus which was removed in June 2020.
The “Shadow of a Face” monument replaced a statue of Christopher Columbus which was removed in June 2020.
Clayton County twin sisters make history rising the ranks in Georgia UPS facility
It all started when one sister grew bored with being a stay-at-home mom. Her twin saw the perks of the new job and followed behind her.
It all started when one sister grew bored with being a stay-at-home mom. Her twin saw the perks of the new job and followed behind her.
FOX 5 Black History Month Special 2023
A look at the stories impacting and shaping the Black community across north Georgia.
A look at the stories impacting and shaping the Black community across north Georgia.
7-year-old girl channels Spike Lee in tribute for Black History Month
Check out a 7-year-old girl who channeled Spike Lee.
Check out a 7-year-old girl who channeled Spike Lee.