Across the country, teachers are decorating their doors for Black History Month to shed light on important figures in history and the challenges and triumphs in their quest for equality and justice.
Here are some of the most inspiring Black history door-decorating ideas that we've compiled for you from Twitter and Instagram.
Black History Month door decorations
Get inspiration from the door decorations featured below, then gather up any art materials you have to make your own creations shine.
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Chanique Davis, an art teacher, had her students help her decorate her door for Black History Month. Get your students' creative juices flowing by allowing them to play a role in the process!
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This classroom door not only explores the achievements of figures in African American history—but also her-story, including influential women like mathematician Katherine Johnson and civil rights activist Rosa Parks.
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One of these doors depicts "Leaders Propelling Progress." Can you name all of the influential individuals shown in the images?
Who is up for the Decorate Your Door Challenge during Black History Month? Our students/staff are showcasing their creativity & enhancing the school! Look closely on the LPP door for some familiar faces. Way to Go BSU!!
THS PRIDE 😍 pic.twitter.com/aGXISnfvCy
— Charlene DiMino (@cdimino_dimino) February 6, 2020
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This Spanish teacher decorated her door by honoring Celia Cruz, the Cuban American singer known as the "Queen of Salsa."
The door 🚪 for room 711 is ready! Come learn about Celia Cruz!!! “La Vida es un Carnaval” 🌺🌼🌸Celebrating Black History Month!!! 🥳 pic.twitter.com/b2U7HkhIkl
— Fatima McWilliams (@FatyMc) February 6, 2020
Have more Black history classroom door ideas?
We hope these Black history door ideas are helpful as you celebrate Black History Month in your school! Have your own ideas that you want to share? Share them with us on Facebook, Instagram, or via email at shaped@hmhco.com.
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This blog, originally published in 2020, has been updated for 2025.
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