Celebrate Frederick Douglass’s Birthday with a Day of Transcription and Love for Black History!

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This Valentine’s Day, you’re invited to honor the legacy of Frederick Douglass with the Douglass Day celebration. Although Douglass never knew his exact birthdate, he chose February 14th to celebrate his life, and we continue that tradition today. Douglass Day brings people together for a shared goal of preserving and promoting Black history, with a focus on crowdsourcing transcription projects that uncover the stories of Black women throughout history. Join us for a day of history-making, love, and community action!

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Who: The event is hosted by a diverse team and welcomes all community members, organizations, and schools. People can participate online or in-person, and those organizing events include schools, local organizations, and volunteers.

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What: Douglass Day is an annual celebration of Frederick Douglass's birthday, featuring a "transcribe-a-thon" where people gather to transcribe historical documents, often focusing on important Black women’s archives. It is an opportunity for participants to contribute to creating accessible resources for learning about Black history.

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When: Douglass Day is celebrated every year on February 14th, with events occurring both on the day itself and throughout the month of February.

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Where: Douglass Day is held in various locations, both online and in-person. You can participate by attending public events or virtually from anywhere.

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Why: The event celebrates Frederick Douglass’s birthday and serves as a collective day of action to create and share valuable resources for learning about Black history. It fosters community involvement and education on Black history, with a focus on amplifying the stories of Black women.

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