Black History Month 1966

1 October 1966 to 31 October 1966 in the UK
1 February 1966 to 28 February 1966 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 1966?
Black History Month 1966 is on Saturday, 1 October 1966 in the UK and Tuesday, 1 February 1966 in the United States.
What day of the week is Black History Month 1966?
It falls on Saturday in the UK and Tuesday 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.