The observance of Black History Month, also referred to as African American Heritage Month, serves to honor the achievements of African Americans throughout history and acknowledges their significant contributions to the development of the United States. The origins of African American Heritage Month can be traced back to "Negro History Week," which was established by Carter G. Woodson and other prominent African Americans in 1926.
The theme for Black History Month in 2026, as announced by the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH), is "A Century of Black History Commemorations." This theme celebrates the 100th anniversary of the inaugural celebration of "Negro History Week," initiated by Dr. Carter G. Woodson in February 1926. For additional information regarding this year's theme, please visit https://asalh.org/black-history-themes/.
We proudly highlight the County's Procurement Access and Vendor Equity (PAVE) program. The program promotes inclusion and creates economic opportunities for minority-owned, women-owned, veteran-owned, small, and emerging businesses. It aims to increase opportunities by eliminating barriers to participation in County contracts. For more information about the PAVE program, please click here.