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Rich historical accounts of Black life abound in many parts of the country. But in Colorado, there’s still a lot to learn about Black history. Today on In The NoCo, we hear from a curator at History Colorado who is working to uncover those stories.

February 1 kicks off the beginning of Black History Month in Northern Colorado. Many communities will be offering plenty, from the craft of rapping to a local Black history tour, to keep you celebrating all month long.

Pioneering Black physician Dr. Justina Ford treated patients in her home office in Five Points regardless of their ability to pay. Ahead of her birthday next week, In The NoCo unpacks her life and legacy.

As recently as the 1970s, Black Coloradans relied on green book sites when they were traveling. Today on In The NoCo, we learn about the safe havens and the push to uncover and register more of these historic places.

Filmmaker donnie l. betts produced both audio tours that explore Five Points’ rich history.

A new exhibit opening this weekend at the Museum of Boulder aims to illuminate the stories of Black Coloradans. "Proclaiming Colorado's Black History" centers on places like the once-bustling farming community of Dearfield; and notable people like businessman Barney Ford and philanthropist Julia Greeley.Denver-based author and soul food historian Adrian Miller is the exhibit's lead curator. He joined host Erin O'Toole ahead of the launch.

Dazzle Denver's new location in the Denver Center for the Performing Arts honors the city's music legacy through carefully curated artwork.

However big or small, communities across the Front Range are finding ways to honor the holiday and raise awareness this Juneteenth. Get ready to celebrate and get educated with a number of events happening across Northern Colorado.

Black Americans used the Green Book in the mid-1900s to find safe places to travel. Now an organization in the Mountain West is highlighting many of these locations.

Communities across the Front Range are recognizing Black History Month with everything from a special musical performance to a youth storytelling event.