Black History Month at NPR
February is Black History Month
This month reminds us and allows us to highlight all of the great contributions that Black people have made to our society in the past and present. This year at NPR, we are celebrating with NPR Music, NPR Podcasts, NPR Extra and our Member stations.
Check out NPR's Black History Month 2022 Special Series for stories, musical performances, podcasts and other content which highlight this year's theme, Black Health and Wellness.
NPR Music:
Tiny Desk Concerts:
2/4: El Debarge Tiny Desk
2/10: Tiny Desk Playlist: Alexis Nelson
2/11: Catherine Russell Tiny Desk
2/16: Too $hort Tiny Desk
2/18: Patti Labelle
2/24: Tiny Desk Playlist: Kirk Franklin
2/25: Pastor Shirley Caesar Tiny Desk
"For this year's celebration, who is producing the month of concerts. "We have some unique pairings for our limited video series to discuss pertinent topics in the Black community like food justice and Black hair. Lara Downes, Alexis Nikole Nelson, and our star of last year's celebration, the great Kirk Franklin, will curate special playlists for us. has always made it part of its mission to uplift Black music and social justice. In February, they continue that mission, concluding the month with a brand new episode featuring Damien Sneed. Set your reminders for all that we have in store this month!"
