To build a better future, it's imperative to understand where we've come from. The entire Indiana story has been shaped by Black Hoosiers, although many were never given the credit they deserve.

This Black History Month, every Hoosier could stand to learn more about the role and influence of African Americans on our state's story. 

These are just a few of our favorite resources and stories to get you started on digging deeper into our past:

• Indiana's African-American History from Indiana Public Media
• This Far By Faith: Black Hoosier Heritage from Indiana Humanities
• Tupac Shakur Speaking at 1993 Indiana Black Expo
• Indiana Avenue: The Ethnic Cleansing of Black Indianapolis by New America
• The Black Women Suffragists of Indiana by IndyMaven
• Black History Reading List from Indiana Historical Society
• African American Cultural Attractions in Indianapolis from Visit Indy
• "Meet the Artists" African American Art Series from the Indianapolis Public Library