Honor Black History Month by participating in one of the many events happening around the city over the coming weeks. Here's a list of cultural events, places to visit and things to do in the Charlotte area this month.

She is credited for being one of the first Black educators in the school district to teach white students, when she accepted a position at Kirby-Smith School in the mid-1960’s.

As conservatives try to change how history is taught in our schools, here are some Black history facts you should know.

Despite threats to end Black History Month programs and others at some federal agencies, groups vow to recognize it outside the workplace.

Both screenings will take place at the Anne Louise Davis Room in the Plainfield Public Library, located at 8100 Park Ave.

Feb. 27 — In 1869, John Willis Menard rose from his seat in the chamber of the U.S. Congress to defend his status as the first African American elected to the institution, thus becoming the first Black to address Congress. Alas, he was denied the seat and returned to Florida where he became a school superintendent.

The Boston area has a range of events celebrating Black history in the arts, activism, labor movement and sports. Here are the biggest events to check out. Month-long happenings Muqeedah Publishing has artwork celebrating Black History Month on display at Boston City Hall (second floor) between now and Feb.