Hey teacher friends! February is around the corner, and if you’re like me, you’re already planning how to bring Black History Month to life in your classroom. Whether you’re decorating a hallway, your classroom door, or a full bulletin board, there are so many ways to celebrate the achievements and contributions of Black leaders, historical figures, and unsung heroes.
Today, I’m sharing a few Black History Month bulletin board ideas to inspire your bulletin board displays and activities—and yes, they’re easy to set up and impactful. Let’s get into it!
This is your sign to make your bulletin board more than just something students walk past. An Interactive Black History Bulletin Board is perfect for sparking curiosity and creating a space where students want to stop and read.
I created this one specifically for middle school classrooms, but it works for high school, too! It’s packed with little-known Black History Month facts and figures like Ruby Bridges, the Green Book, and Henrietta Lacks.
Plus, it includes printable trivia you can use for a school-wide contest or classroom challenge. (Because who doesn’t love a little friendly competition?)
You’ll get colorful title letters, 12 trivia cards, and all the pieces you need to create a board that’s both educational and visually stunning.
Want to make it even more interactive? Add QR codes that link to short videos or articles for students to explore.
Adding art to your Black History Month activities is such a fun and meaningful way to engage students. I love using these coloring pages because they combine creativity with history.
Each page features a famous quote from influential Black leaders and historical figures like Martin Luther King Jr., Maya Angelou, and Muhammad Ali. You can display finished pages on your bulletin board or around the classroom. Bonus points if you turn them into posters for year-round décor!
This resource also comes with:
These are ideal for younger students who love hands-on activities or older students who enjoy a quick creative break.
As a math teacher, I always look for ways to incorporate Black History Month into my subject. This Black Mathematicians Brochure Project is one of my favorites because it shines a light on Black excellence in STEM, a field that doesn’t get enough representation in history class.
Students choose from a list of 30 Black mathematicians—like Katherine Johnson or Elbert Frank Cox—and create a brochure about their achievements. You can have them work individually or in groups. Display the finished brochures in your classroom or the school hallway for everyone to see.
This is such a great way to show students that the contributions of African Americans span various fields, from science to math to the arts. It’s a powerful message that representation matters!
Need more ideas? Here are a few themes to try:
Every time I set up a Black History Month board, I think about the students who might see themselves represented for the first time.
Whether it’s a quote from Toni Morrison, a fact about the Harlem Renaissance, or a spotlight on civil rights leaders, these displays send a clear message: Black history is American history.
The great thing about bulletin boards is that they’re not limited to just the month of February. Keep your displays up longer or rotate them throughout the year to celebrate Black excellence year-round.
Black History Month is a time to honor the achievements and significant contributions of Black Americans in various fields—science, art, civil rights, and more. It’s also a time to inspire our students with stories of resilience, innovation, and leadership.
So whether you’re decorating a classroom door or creating a full historical bulletin board set, remember: you’re not just sharing history—you’re helping students see themselves in it.
Ready to inspire your classroom with these Black History Month bulletin board ideas? Check out these resources to get started:
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