It was 100 years ago that Carter G. Woodson, — a scholar, historian, and author who was the son of formerly enslaved parents and the second Black American to earn a Ph.D. from Harvard University, — came up with the idea to celebrate African-American culture and accomplishments. At the time, Black History Month was just a weeklong event, but its spotlight eventually expanded. In 1976, President Gerald Ford recognized all of February as a time to commemorate Black history; 10 years later, Congress officially designated it as National Black History Month. This year’s local events feature Black Americans making history and providing inspiration in the fields of art, sports, politics, and entertainment. Visit the link in bio for more. (Photo credit: Rob Kim) . . . #longisland #blackhistorymonth #longislandevents #longislandthingstodo