As part of its observance of Black History Month, St. Paul AME Church will debut its Black History Display, “Motown Music Changed America” at 1 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 2 at 1103 W. Spring St., Lima. The display will open at 1 p.

February marks Black History Month, an opportunity to celebrate and honour the rich cultural heritage, achievements and contributions of Black, Afro Caribbean communities to the diverse cultural landscape of Hamilton and surrounding areas.

The Rev. Peggy Pugh remembers growing up in St. Paul’s Rondo neighborhood in the early 1970s, watching her mother dress for church in pearl necklaces and Avon makeup. But it wasn’t just the beauty of the women in Rondo that captivated Pugh – it was what she learned from her community and continues to carry with her, she said.

West Michigan residents looking to honor and celebrate Black History Month have a series of various activities to partake in this year. Black History Month honors the achievements and contributions of African Americans to the country every February.

February is Black History Month and we've rounded up 120 inspiring Black History Month quotes from civil rights icons including Martin Luther King Jr., Frederick Douglass and W.E.B. Du Bois. These powerful public figures have left a mark on our country with their insightful words,

This story has been updated to correct the date of the Black Film Series at Forest Park Branch Library. February is Black History Month, and what better way to celebrate Black history and culture than by attending and supporting one of these events?