NPS invites public to celebrate the birthday of Carter G. Woodson

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Washington - The National Park Service invites the public to celebrate Dr. Carter G. Woodson's birthday and legacy during an event at Dunbar High School. The event will take place on December 14 at 2 p.m. and will follow the 2025 national theme of African Americans and Labor. Featured guests include keynote speaker, Dr. Pero Dagbovie, the Finn Murphy Quartet, and the Kiamsha Youth Empowerment Organization. Dr. Dagbovie is a distinguished professor, Vice Provost for Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies, as well as Dean of Graduate School at Michigan State University. His studies center on African American History and twentieth-century U.S. history. Additionally, Dr. Dagbovie is the lead historian consultant for the restoration of the Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site in Washington, DC. Music performances by the Finn Murphy Quartet will be centered around the 1940s jazz era. This talented ensemble, featuring drums, piano, saxophone and vocals, represents the future of jazz music. With an average age of 15, these DMV musicians carry the torch of the jazz genre, bringing you vibrant interpretations of the American Songbook infused with youthful energy. The Kiamsha Youth Empowerment Organization serves the Washington Metropolitan Area and several states across the county. This organization works to instill leadership skills as well as self-worth, self-respect, and self-confidence in today's youth. They will be present during the celebration with cupcakes to celebrate the birthday of Woodson.

Dr. Carter G. Woodson worked tirelessly throughout his life to ensure that African American History was taught in the educational system of the United States. He is known as the "Father of Black History" because of his life's work. In 1915, Woodson co-founded the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History which is now known as the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH). The organization informed society about the contributions of Black Americans in the formation of the country, its history, and culture.

This is a free event that the public is encouraged to attend. The event will take place from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m.