Since 1967, February has been recognized as Black History Month. It is an annual celebration of the achievements and contributions of peoples of African descent to society.
ASNLH 20th anniversary planning committee, 1936 ; Courtesy of the Chicago Library Historian Carter G. Woodson and minister Jesse E. Moorland founded the Association of the Study of Negro Life and History (ASNLH). The organization devoted its time and efforts to researching and promoting achievements by Black Americans and other peoples of African Descent. Throughout the years, the group became known as the Association for the study of African American Life and History (ASALH) but their mission remained the same. ASALH continued to sponsor the National Black History Week in 1926. They intentionally choose the second week of February to concur with the birthdays of Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass.
“This event inspired schools and communities nationwide to organize local celebrations, establish history clubs, host performances, and lectures.” (History.com, 2010, Paras. 4)
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This month is an opportunity for unity and a chance to support African- American and Black businesses. You can do this by shopping at local black owned businesses in your area.
Here are just a few of the businesses near New Paltz:
Tapha’s African Drum
(845) 633-0541
21 Prospect St,
New Paltz, NY 1256
https://www.facebook.com/moustaphasdrums/about/
“Moustapha Diedhiou is a Senegalese drummer and drum maker. He makes and repairs West African drums, including all Guinea and kotiro drums.”
(845) 633-0541
21 Prospect St,
New Paltz, NY 1256
https://www.facebook.com/moustaphasdrums/about/
“Moustapha Diedhiou is a Senegalese drummer and drum maker. He makes and repairs West African drums, including all Guinea and kotiro drums.”
Baba Truckny
(443) 600-8735
https://www.thebabasocial.com
“Plant Based Tropical Italian Food Truck!
- FIND BABA -
@BABATRUCKNY TO TRACK THE TRUCK!”
(443) 600-8735
https://www.thebabasocial.com
“Plant Based Tropical Italian Food Truck!
- FIND BABA -
@BABATRUCKNY TO TRACK THE TRUCK!”
Moustapha’s Fresh Paint
(845) 633-0541
New Paltz, NY
https://www.facebook.com/Moustaphas-Fresh-Paint-756501557853259
“Moustapha Diedhiou is an experienced interior and exterior painter known for his steady hand and attention to detail.”
(845) 633-0541
New Paltz, NY
https://www.facebook.com/Moustaphas-Fresh-Paint-756501557853259
“Moustapha Diedhiou is an experienced interior and exterior painter known for his steady hand and attention to detail.”
Brothers BBQ
(845)- 534-4227
2402 NY-32, Cornwall, NY 12518
https://www.smokenallday.com
“BBQ & Soul food
@Brothers Barbecue We're Always Smoken AllDay Serving up Freshly Smoked Meats & Sides Using Family Recipes Handed Down For Generations!!“
Grinds&Grains
(845) 633-8177
3 Church St,
New Paltz, NY 12561
https://grindsandgrainsnp.com/?fbclid=IwAR2MY0NPMUZRAmBvw3QsqOIFDU7XjjcPcL9Z7KkG6iWEZWvseGb2BLJ_ONY
"Grinds & Grains is a unique coffee and cereal bar featuring amazing espresso & coffee from Partners Coffee Roasters, over 20 cereals and toppings as well as many dairy and non-dairy milks! Fresh made steel cut oats, soups and other food offerings daily!”
(845) 633-8177
3 Church St,
New Paltz, NY 12561
https://grindsandgrainsnp.com/?fbclid=IwAR2MY0NPMUZRAmBvw3QsqOIFDU7XjjcPcL9Z7KkG6iWEZWvseGb2BLJ_ONY
"Grinds & Grains is a unique coffee and cereal bar featuring amazing espresso & coffee from Partners Coffee Roasters, over 20 cereals and toppings as well as many dairy and non-dairy milks! Fresh made steel cut oats, soups and other food offerings daily!”
Audrey’s Farmhouse
(845) 895-3440
2188 Bruynswick Rd,
Wallkill, NY 12589
https://www.audreysfarmhouse.com
“Pet-friendly lodging in the Hudson Valley.”
The Lunchbox
(845) 514-4831
275 Fair St,
Kingston, NY 12401
https://www.facebook.com/TheLunchboxofKingston
“Ulster County’s Smallest Restaurant”
(845) 514-4831
275 Fair St,
Kingston, NY 12401
https://www.facebook.com/TheLunchboxofKingston
“Ulster County’s Smallest Restaurant”
To support and enjoy more businesses click below:
Citation
History.com Editors. (2010, January 14). Black history Month. Retrieved February 09, 2021, from https://www.history.com/topics/black-history/black-history-month
History.com Editors. (2010, January 14). Black history Month. Retrieved February 09, 2021, from https://www.history.com/topics/black-history/black-history-month
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