Carter Godwin Woodson (December 19, 1875 – April 3, 1950) [1] was an American historian, author, journalist, and the founder of the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH). He was one of the first scholars to study the history of the African diaspora, including African-American history.

Feb 3, 2025 · Known as the “Father of Black History,” Carter G. Woodson dedicated his career to the field of African American history and lobbied extensively to establish Black History Month as a...

Jan 31, 2025 · Carter G. Woodson (born December 19, 1875, New Canton, Virginia, U.S.—died April 3, 1950, Washington, D.C.) was an American historian who first opened the long-neglected field of Black studies to scholars and popularized the field in …

Feb 2, 2017 · Dr. Carter G. Woodson (1875-1950) dedicated his life to educating African Americans about the achievements and contributions of their ancestors. He founded what would become Black History Month.

Carter G. Woodson was a scholar whose dedication to celebrating the historic contributions of Black people led to the establishment of Black History Month, marked every February since 1976.

Aug 26, 2024 · Now known as the “Father of Black History” because of his efforts to promote African American history, Woodson wrote pioneering social histories chronicling the lives of Black people at a time when mainstream white scholars denied that African Americans were worthy of historical study.

Feb 3, 2025 · The Carter G. Woodson Memorial Foundation in Huntington works to preserve his memory and promote the study of African American history, ensuring that future generations understand the significance of his work. However, his most significant monument may be the annual celebration of Black History Month in February, which has been dedicated as ...

Dr. Carter G. Woodson was an American historian who first opened the long-neglected field of African and African American History to scholars and popularized the field in schools and colleges across the United States. In 1912, he earned his PhD in history from Harvard University, becoming the second African American to do so.

Feb 1, 2025 · Born on December 19, 1875, in New Canton, Virginia, Carter Godwin Woodson was the fourth of nine children born to parents who had been enslaved.

Dec 19, 2024 · Known as the “Father of Black History,” Woodson (1875-1950) was the son of former slaves and understood the importance of gaining a proper education when striving to secure and maximize one’s divine right of freedom.