Black History Month 1959

1 October 1959 to 31 October 1959 in the UK
1 February 1959 to 28 February 1959 in the US

Black History Month is an annual month‑long observance celebrating the history, achievements, and cultural contributions of Black communities, widely recognised in February in the United States and October in the United Kingdom.

Frequently asked questions

When is Black History Month 1959?
Black History Month 1959 is on Thursday, 1 October 1959 in the UK and Sunday, 1 February 1959 in the United States.
What day of the week is Black History Month 1959?
It falls on Thursday in the UK and Sunday in the United States.
How is Black History Month calculated?
In the UK, this observance begins on 1 October and runs until the end of October each year. In the United States, this observance begins on 1 February and runs until the end of February each year.