National
Caribbean-American
Heritage Month
Celebrating the extraordinary contributions of Caribbean people to the United States — across 44 nations, from Queen Nanny of the Maroons to Simón Bolívar to Alexander Hamilton to today.
The History
June has been National Caribbean-American Heritage Month since President Bush signed Proclamation 8026 in 2006. This year marks the 20th anniversary.
Read the History →How to Celebrate
Whether you are a school, business, faith community or individual — there is a role for everyone in NCAHM 2026. Browse ideas for your organization.
See Ideas →Find & Submit Events
View all NCAHM 2026 events via the live Tockify calendar. Submit your own event free — it is reviewed within 48 hours and published to the calendar.
Events Calendar →Notable Figures
100 Caribbean-Americans who shaped every field — from Alexander Hamilton and Shirley Chisholm to Rihanna and Cardi B. Filterable by field.
View Gallery →Facts & Trivia
Test your knowledge of Caribbean history and the 44 nations. Ideal for classrooms, programs and events — with reveal-on-click trivia questions.
Test Your Knowledge →NCAHM 2031 — 25th Anniversary
The 25th anniversary of NCAHM is five years away. Planning begins now. A five-year national campaign — and it needs you.
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