Black History Month is a fantastic celebration of the tremendous contributions that Black Americans have made to our country. It's one thing to appreciate and honor this month in the abstract, but it is another thing entirely to actually take action and spend some real time celebrating it with friends and family or even strangers. After all, it is all about spreading the word and promoting fellowship for everyone. In today’s blog, we’re going to cover some fun and interesting ways that you can actually celebrate this month in a significant way. If you have your own ideas or traditions for celebrating this month, we would love to hear them! Please share them over social or in the comments below. 

Option 1: Learning Together 

Exploring Black history is something that you can do pretty easily these days and all you will need is access to the internet or your local library. One fun thing to do is to research some books by Black historical figures or famous authors and read them together with friends or family and discuss the themes and historical significance of the texts. There are also many Black made films and educational documentaries about Black history or the history of the U.S. in general. You can pop some popcorn and make your favorite treats and all watch together then have a discussion afterwards. 

Option 2: Getting Out There

Watching movies and reading books is a great way, if not the best way, to learn and understand Black history month, however it may not be the most exciting. Our next suggestion is to get outdoors and explore your local community together. Search for local museums or art galleries that have Black history exhibits or even just showcases by Black artists. 

While you’re out on the town, look up or ask around about local businesses that are Black owned and make sure to frequent them as much as you can. 

Option 3: Cook A Meal Together

One of the best ways to learn about a culture and to explore their history is through their food. Look up some historical recipes created by African natives or by African Americans, especially dishes that have historical significance. Together, you can share the stories behind popular soul food dishes and learn about their cultural roots. Encourage your friends and family to explore foods outside of their comfort zone while also getting a deeper meaning of the context behind the foods. Through food, you can reinforce what you learn in the history books and museums to make everything come together in one delicious celebration of our nation’s rich history. 

Conclusion

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