February is Black History Month, a time to honor the contributions, achievements, and central role of African Americans in U.S. history.
What began as a weeklong celebration in 1926 expanded into a month of commemoration under President Gerald Ford in 1976. Since then, the entire month of February has been dedicated to recognizing the accomplishments and lasting impact of Black individuals on American culture.
Here at home, the City of Greenville has established a self-guided tour that allows community members to visit significant locations and learn about the stories that helped shape Greenville. The tour includes landmarks such as Claussen’s Bakery, the Phillis Wheatley Community Center, and the believed site of the last racially motivated lynching in the state—the murder of Willie Earl in 1947.
To learn more about Greenville’s self-guided Black History Tour, click HERE.