1 October 1996 to 31 October 1996 in the UK
1 February 1996 to 29 February 1996 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 1996?
- Black History Month 1996 is on Tuesday, 1 October 1996 in the UK and Thursday, 1 February 1996 in the United States.
- What day of the week is Black History Month 1996?
- It falls on Tuesday in the UK and Thursday 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.