2013 Black History Theme of ASALH "At the Crossroads of Freedom and Equality: The Emancipation Proclamation and the March on Washington."

When Carter G. Woodson established Negro History week in 1926, he realized the importance of providing a theme to focus the attention of the public.  The intention has never been to dictate or limit the exploration of the Black experience, but to bring to the public's attention important developments that merit emphasis. The 2013 Black History Theme is "At the Crossroads of Freedom and Equality: The Emancipation Proclamation and the March on Washington."  Read more on our theme HERE.   Sincerely, Sylvia Y. Cyrus Association for the Study of African American Life and History