BLACK HISTORY: Black History Month: Through The Lens Of The Internet

Black History Month: Through The Lens Of The Internet

Barack Obama, Rihanna and more begin the celebration of Black History Month.

Black History Month yields a number of things for the masses. There often are a myriad of capsule collections and sneaker packs paying tribute to the month like Nas' new capsule for a cause or Nike and Jordan brand's 2017 "Black History Month" collection. More importantly though, Black History month provides a time frame for people of all demographics to celebrate the rich history of African Americans, in addition to providing a template to constructively discuss American history, race relations and unify because of that discussion. 

On the first day of Black History Month 2017, people all over the world have taken to social media to express their heartfelt messages and honor the deep heritage this month represents. We have gathered a number of noteworthy posts from people celebrating in hopes to share the love and pay our respects to the leaders and people before us who made Black History Month possible.

Happy Black History Month, Y'all... and remember, Black history is American history!

— LeVar Burton (@levarburton) February 1, 2017

“We honor those who walked so we could run. We must run so our children soar. And we will not grow weary.” — @BarackObama #BlackHistoryMonth pic.twitter.com/R7Ns171off

— The Obama Foundation (@ObamaFoundation) February 1, 2017

Know Your History: Black History Month. Shirley Chisholm was a pioneer of her generation - the first African American and woman to run for president. In 1972, she campaigned with the slogan “Unbought and Unbossed”. Her approach to analyzing systemic oppression is more important today than ever. “In the end anti-black, anti-female, and all forms of discrimination are equivalent to the same thing: anti-humanism.” - Shirley Chisholm. #KnowYourHistory #BlackHistoryMonth #ShirleyChisholm #UnboughtAndUnbossed @yourrightscamp @ravisionmedia

A video posted by colin kaepernick (@kaepernick7) on Feb 1, 2017 at 1:43pm PST

Happy Black History Month! 🤔🤔 Hey America when are we going to fix our school books so the tell the whole truth?.....never? oh iight

— Trey Songz (@TreySongz) February 1, 2017

Feb 1st

Black history month 😍

Valentine's Day 😍

...SWEETSEXYSAVAGE WORLD TOUR! 😍

— #SWEETSEXYSAVAGE (@Kehlani) February 1, 2017

Introducing the #BlackHistoryMonth Chatbot: we're here for you! Explore your community by messaging us below. https://t.co/VvFAMdPE9Q

— Blackbirds (@blackbirds) February 1, 2017

black history month or naw #FebruaryBaby #makinghistorysince1988

A photo posted by badgalriri (@badgalriri) on Feb 1, 2017 at 3:39pm PST

Every month is black history month in my world! But Happy Black History Month everyone! And Black Future Month! And Black Right Now! ✌🏾️ pic.twitter.com/hMk3rGrzmn

— Ava DuVernay (@ava) February 1, 2017

for #blackhistorymonth

A video posted by Jasper (@nastyboyjasper) on Feb 1, 2017 at 12:31pm PST

These kids know their facts!!! #salute #blackhistorymonth #TeamDL #repost @becauseofthem WATCH: Alternative facts? These kids kick off Black History Month by celebrating the FACTS! Click the link in our profile to watch the full video. #happyblackhistorymonth #knowthefacts #celebratethefacts #becauseofthemwecan

A video posted by realdlhughley (@realdlhughley) on Feb 1, 2017 at 10:45am PST

When you went to the club on Jan 31st but then the clock strikes 12 and your girl shouts "Happy Black History Month!" (#Blackness category) pic.twitter.com/4XVakYlo84

— ebroji app is Lit! (@ebrojiapp) February 1, 2017

All of our history can't fit into a month we need a year. But happy #BlackHistorymonth 🤷🏾‍♀️✊🏾✊🏾 WE MATTER. pic.twitter.com/qWtf4kvfyW

— JAY VERSACE (@tharealversace) February 1, 2017

“In a world filled with hate, we must still dare to hope." - Michael Jackson #BlackHistoryMonth pic.twitter.com/gpKpTN1IVY

— Michael Jackson (@michaeljackson) February 1, 2017

Jackie Robinson, the pioneer who broke the game’s color barrier, signs his contract with the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1945. #BlackHistoryMonth pic.twitter.com/c7oqcSdhtX

— MLB (@MLB) February 1, 2017

Harriet Tubman was dope as hell. #BlackHistoryMonth pic.twitter.com/nFO5YHFj6K

— Comedy Central (@ComedyCentral) February 1, 2017

Happy #BlackHistoryMonth. Let's let the #BlackGirlMagic and #BlackBoyJoy flourish.

— Keith Powers (@KeithTPowers) February 1, 2017

Sweet little angel!!! DREAM BIG BABY!!! God hears you! #hiddenfigures🚀 💋💋💋#Repost @officiallydaitime ・・・ Hidden Figures @hiddenfiguresmovie #katherinejohnson #janellemonae #octaviaspencer #tarajiphenson #theodoremelfi #princessdaitime #daitime #Atlanta #hollywood #blackhistorymonth

A photo posted by taraji p henson (@tarajiphenson) on Feb 1, 2017 at 11:24am PST

Thank you, Katherine, Mary and Dorothy. This #BlackHistoryMonth, let’s bring to light the accomplishments of all #HiddenFigures🚀.

A video posted by Hidden Figures (@hiddenfiguresmovie) on Feb 1, 2017 at 9:31am PST

It's #BlackHistoryMonth ! It's only right we have a blast from the past! 🌎🔥 pic.twitter.com/l1JF5PRzMf

— WORLDSTARHIPHOP (@WORLDSTAR) February 1, 2017

Black women are STILL blazing trails and making history every day: https://t.co/FGvwmU6o3M #BlackHistoryMonth pic.twitter.com/wKBTCaO8VI

— ESSENCE (@Essence) February 1, 2017

Archives, February 2015...Happy #BlackHistoryMonth

A photo posted by Zendaya (@zendaya) on Feb 1, 2017 at 2:55pm PST

#BLACKHISTORYMONTH #BLACKHISTORYLIFE

A photo posted by Lauren London (@iamlaurenlondon) on Feb 1, 2017 at 9:33am PST