1 October 2013 to 31 October 2013 in the UK
1 February 2013 to 28 February 2013 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 2013?
- Black History Month 2013 is on Tuesday, 1 October 2013 in the UK and Friday, 1 February 2013 in the United States.
- What day of the week is Black History Month 2013?
- It falls on Tuesday in the UK and Friday 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.