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Screening & Discussion: “Blood Done Signed My Name”

As part of the Town of Chapel Hill’s African American Experience Movie Series in celebration of Black History Month, join for a screening of “Blood Done Signed My Name.” The film is based on a true story written by Timothy Tyson, about the murder of a 23-year-old Black Vietnam veteran in Oxford, North Carolina, and the civil unrest that follows. A short discussion will follow.

6–8:30 p.m.
Hargraves Center Auditorium
216 North Roberson Street
Chapel Hill

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Black History Month has been celebrated in the United States as far back as 1926 when American historian Carter G. Woodson established the commemoration to honor the contributions made to our nation by people of African descent. The second week of February was chosen for this commemoration to coincide with the birthdays of abolitionist/editor Frederick Douglass and President Abraham Lincoln. As part of the nation’s bicentennial in 1976, the weeklong celebration was expanded to a month. Ever since U.S. presidents have proclaimed February as National African American History Month.

Numerous events are held across campus (both virtually and in person) at UNC-Chapel Hill during Black History Month in recognition of the historical background that has shaped the contributions of African Americans to our country. These include panel discussions, lectures, discussions, and more.