The University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo is screening several films this month as part of Black History Month.

Black History Month was established to recognize and celebrate the contributions of African Americans, and to remember profound leaders who have left behind a legacy that has inspired others. It also provides an opportunity to reflect upon and promote an understanding of the history, diaspora and culture of people of African Heritage.

This year’s theme is “A Century of Black History Commemorations” and honors the 100th anniversary of Negro History Week, established by Dr. Carter G. Woodson in 1926, which has since grown into Black History Month.

“Black Trailblazers in Sport” is the theme of the UH Hilo film series, featuring prominent Black figures in sport who broke down barriers that continue to benefit all athletes.

A film will be shown each Wednesday of February, 5:30p at University Classroom Building, room 100. The film events are open to the public. Come join the UH Hilo Black History Month Committee, Department of History, and the Hilo History Club to watch the film screenings and participate in provocative discussions on the intersection of race, gender, and sport.

Read more about the films being shown at [UH Hilo Now].(https://hilo.hawaii.edu/chancellor/stories/2026/02/04/black-history-month-film-series/)