Hilldrup Celebrates Black History Month

In February, our team celebrated Black History Month! Throughout the month, our Culture Crew shared literature, movies and podcasts by Black authors and about Black issues.

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Each month this year, Hilldrup is recognizing a different commemoration, starting with Hilldrup History Month in January. This month, our team celebrated Black History Month!

Throughout February, our Culture Crew shared literature, movies and podcasts by Black authors and about Black issues. They also featured local Black-owned businesses in our 10 markets! Many thanks to everyone on our Culture Crew for sharing these fantastic resources, which you can check out below!

Click on the locations below to see the lists of Black-owned businesses in our 10 markets!

Here are some of the movies, literature, and podcasts featuring Black voices that we shared with our team!

Literature

Movies

  • To Kill a Mockingbird (1962)
    • Winner of 3 Academy Awards
  • The Color Purple (1985)
    • Academy Awards and Golden Globe Awards nominee
  • Malcolm X (1992)
    • Academy Awards and Golden Globe Awards nominee

Podcasts

Our Culture Crew focuses on coordinating and presenting activities that are not only fun, but also activities that foster a deeper understanding and appreciation of diversity and inclusivity at Hilldrup.  We appreciate their efforts and look forward to the many months of celebrations ahead.