The theme for 2024 is African Americans and the Arts.
"African American art is infused with African, Caribbean, and the Black American lived experiences. In the fields of visual and performing arts, literature, fashion, folklore, language, film, music, architecture, culinary and other forms of cultural expression, the African American influence has been paramount. African American artists have used art to preserve history and community memory as well as for empowerment. Artistic and cultural movements such as the New Negro, Black Arts, Black Renaissance, hip-hop, and Afrofuturism, have been led by people of African descent and set the standard for popular trends around the world. In 2024, we examine the varied history and life of African American arts and artisans." To learn more: ASALH (Association for the Study of African American Life and History), opens a new window
Learn about Black History Month
Online Resources:
Kanopy On-demand streaming platform with over 30,000 indie and classic films. Users are allowed 16 tickets per month. Check out the Kanopy Black History Month page., opens a new window
ProQuest Research Library ProQuest Research Library is a comprehensive and multidisciplinary database that provides access to a vast collection of scholarly and peer-reviewed articles, journals, magazines, and other research materials. It covers a wide range of academic disciplines, making it a valuable resource for students, researchers, and professionals seeking authoritative information on various subjects. Read about Black Freedom Struggle in the United States: A Selection of Primary Sources, opens a new window
Gale eBooks Enjoy an award-winning, hassle-free eBook experience—anytime, anywhere, and on any device. Gale’s eBook platform provides comprehensive support from many of today’s top publishers. Check out the many titles from African American Authors.
PressReader Get access to more than 7,000 of the world’s top newspapers and magazines like The African Report. Find content from over 120 countries in 60 different languages. Read online or download. Save publications to read later, listen to content out loud, and instantly translate up to 19 different languages. Newspapers include up to 3 months of back coverage.
Booklists for All Ages:
Black History – Booklist for Children
Black History – Booklist for Teens
Black History – Booklist for Adults
National Resources:
History Channel Black History Month, opens a new window
African American History and Culture in the United States, opens a new window
Black Mental Health, opens a new window
National Queer and Trans Therapists of Color Network, opens a new window
Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History & Culture, opens a new window
State Resources:
Buffalo Soldiers Museum – Tacoma WA, opens a new window
African American History Event – Tacoma WA, opens a new window
Black Heritage Society of WA State, opens a new window
Black Arts and Heritage Organizations in Washington State, opens a new window
TRL is committed to the values of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. TRL Celebrations recognize significant events throughout the year to promote a culture of inclusion, representation, and belonging that reflects communities we serve, and encourage connection to the richness and diversity of our communities and the world at large.
