Greensboro, North Carolina has been a significant location in Black history, particularly during the Civil Rights Movement. One of the most notable events that took place in Greensboro was the Greensboro sit-ins in 1960.

On February 1, 1960, four African American college students from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, Franklin McCain, Joseph McNeil, Ezell Blair Jr. (now known as Jibreel Khazan), and David Richmond, staged a sit-in protest at the Woolworth's lunch counter in downtown Greensboro. They were denied service because of their race, but they remained seated at the counter in peaceful protest. This act of civil disobedience sparked a wave of sit-ins and protests across the country, leading to the desegregation of many public establishments.

The Greensboro Four, as they came to be known, became icons of the Civil Rights Movement and inspired countless others to join the fight for equality and justice. Today, the International Civil Rights Center & Museum in Greensboro preserves the history of the sit-ins and educates visitors on the struggle for civil rights in America.

Greensboro's role in Black history also includes the contributions of African American leaders, activists, and organizations who have worked tirelessly to advance the rights and opportunities of Black residents in the city. The legacy of these individuals and events continues to shape the community and inspire future generations to work towards a more just and equitable society.