I sometimes worry that Black History Month is counter-productive. That’s my dream, so this Black History Month, I’d like to highlight some favorite things to enjoy all year…An IG account that keeps me learning: @ashleytheebarroness creates videos on obscure — sometimes intentionally disregarded — corners of history, tracing each topic to the present. I also love their totes, keychains, and pens — and the fact that it’s a business built from the heart of a Black woman. Five years later, my passion endures for this illuminating serum, created by a pioneering Black chemist. A beautiful night out: Admittedly, I’m not the most cultured person when it comes to fine arts — but I do love (love love) dance.

Source: The Guardian February 20, 2026 14:29 UTC