Black History Month

In the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, the timber industry was drawn to the Colorado Plateau’s extensive pine forests. And African Americans—newly freed from slavery—played a big part in that industry.

If you're looking for something to do this weekend here's just a sample of events going on around Northern Arizona in our Weekend Community Calendar for Feb. 18-21.

The African Diaspora Advisory Council of Coconino County has added an art component to their annual essay contest. This year’s theme is “Black Health and Wellness.” The contest is open to all grades K-12 in Coconino County. The application deadline is Sunday, February 20th.