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The Smithsonian Looks at How the Slave Trade Shaped the World

The exhibition 'In Slavery's Wake' personalizes the trans-Atlantic slave trade, emphasizing individual stories through artifacts that reveal the human cost of this migration.

Remarkable Documents Lay Bare New York's History of Slavery

Manumission in Northern states often came with restrictions, showcasing the complexities of freedom even after legal emancipation.

In Alabama, plans to preserve the last transatlantic slave ship are taking shape

The Clotilda shipwreck symbolizes the intertwined history of slavery and resilience in America, advocating for preservation to honor those affected.

Slaveroad

John Edgar Wideman's 'Slaveroad' blends autobiography with history to explore the lasting impact of slavery on African American identity.

A Love Story That Endured Through Slavery

Enslaved families faced hardship but found love and comfort in each other during the 19th century.
The value of family relationships and marriages among African Americans during slavery is highlighted by historical accounts.

The Smithsonian Looks at How the Slave Trade Shaped the World

The exhibition 'In Slavery's Wake' personalizes the trans-Atlantic slave trade, emphasizing individual stories through artifacts that reveal the human cost of this migration.

Remarkable Documents Lay Bare New York's History of Slavery

Manumission in Northern states often came with restrictions, showcasing the complexities of freedom even after legal emancipation.

In Alabama, plans to preserve the last transatlantic slave ship are taking shape

The Clotilda shipwreck symbolizes the intertwined history of slavery and resilience in America, advocating for preservation to honor those affected.

Slaveroad

John Edgar Wideman's 'Slaveroad' blends autobiography with history to explore the lasting impact of slavery on African American identity.

A Love Story That Endured Through Slavery

Enslaved families faced hardship but found love and comfort in each other during the 19th century.
The value of family relationships and marriages among African Americans during slavery is highlighted by historical accounts.
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#civil-rights

Robert Dixon, Last Surviving Buffalo Soldier, Dies at 103

Rev. Robert W. Dixon Sr. passed away at 103, marking the end of an era for the last Buffalo Soldiers' survivor.

Sybil Haydel Morial, New Orleans Civil Rights Matriarch, Dies at 91

Sybil Haydel Morial was a significant civil rights activist and matriarch of a prominent New Orleans family, dedicated to fighting for equal rights and voting access.

Today in History: October 16, Black men gather for the Million Man March

The Million Man March in 1995 aimed to unite Black men against social and economic issues affecting African Americans.

Thirman Milner, Hartford Mayor Who Broke Race Barrier, Dies at 91

Thirman Milner was the first Black mayor in New England and a pivotal civil rights activist who focused on educational access during his tenure.

Putting a face on the importance of voting - Harvard Gazette

The 'Vote!' exhibition honors those who fought for civil rights and emphasizes the significance of voting in American history.

The Black Roots of American Education

Freedpeople and advocates influenced the establishment of public schooling for all, emphasizing equity and justice in education.

Robert Dixon, Last Surviving Buffalo Soldier, Dies at 103

Rev. Robert W. Dixon Sr. passed away at 103, marking the end of an era for the last Buffalo Soldiers' survivor.

Sybil Haydel Morial, New Orleans Civil Rights Matriarch, Dies at 91

Sybil Haydel Morial was a significant civil rights activist and matriarch of a prominent New Orleans family, dedicated to fighting for equal rights and voting access.

Today in History: October 16, Black men gather for the Million Man March

The Million Man March in 1995 aimed to unite Black men against social and economic issues affecting African Americans.

Thirman Milner, Hartford Mayor Who Broke Race Barrier, Dies at 91

Thirman Milner was the first Black mayor in New England and a pivotal civil rights activist who focused on educational access during his tenure.

Putting a face on the importance of voting - Harvard Gazette

The 'Vote!' exhibition honors those who fought for civil rights and emphasizes the significance of voting in American history.

The Black Roots of American Education

Freedpeople and advocates influenced the establishment of public schooling for all, emphasizing equity and justice in education.
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#legacy

Quincy Jones, Legendary Music Titan, Dies at 91 | stupidDOPE

Quincy Jones was a pioneering figure in music, transforming genres and breaking barriers for future artists.

"The Sterling Silver Mirror"

The legacy of freedom and family is symbolized through cherished heirlooms, illustrating resilience and interconnected histories.

Quincy Jones, Legendary Music Titan, Dies at 91 | stupidDOPE

Quincy Jones was a pioneering figure in music, transforming genres and breaking barriers for future artists.

"The Sterling Silver Mirror"

The legacy of freedom and family is symbolized through cherished heirlooms, illustrating resilience and interconnected histories.
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#cultural-heritage

City Starts $3.9M Renovation on Weeksville Hunterfly Road Houses in Brooklyn

The DCLA and DDC announced a $3.9 million restoration project for the historic Hunterfly Road Houses at Weeksville Heritage Center, vital to Brooklyn's African American history.

City announces $3.9 million restoration of landmark Weeksville Hunterfly Road Houses * Brooklyn Paper

The restoration of the Hunterfly Road Houses highlights the importance of preserving African American history in New York City.

Conserving Black Modernism: An Initiative to Preserve African American Architectural Heritage in the United States

The Getty Foundation's Conserving Black Modernism initiative aims to preserve the architectural legacy of African American architects in the Modernist movement.

100th anniversary of Howard homecoming: A look back before the party starts

U Street in Washington D.C. was a vibrant cultural hub for African Americans in the 1920s, deeply intertwined with Howard University's legacy.

City Starts $3.9M Renovation on Weeksville Hunterfly Road Houses in Brooklyn

The DCLA and DDC announced a $3.9 million restoration project for the historic Hunterfly Road Houses at Weeksville Heritage Center, vital to Brooklyn's African American history.

City announces $3.9 million restoration of landmark Weeksville Hunterfly Road Houses * Brooklyn Paper

The restoration of the Hunterfly Road Houses highlights the importance of preserving African American history in New York City.

Conserving Black Modernism: An Initiative to Preserve African American Architectural Heritage in the United States

The Getty Foundation's Conserving Black Modernism initiative aims to preserve the architectural legacy of African American architects in the Modernist movement.

100th anniversary of Howard homecoming: A look back before the party starts

U Street in Washington D.C. was a vibrant cultural hub for African Americans in the 1920s, deeply intertwined with Howard University's legacy.
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#military-history

How the Identity of the Only Black Woman to Serve in the U.S. Army in World War I Was Just Discovered

African American heroines often hid their true identities to serve their country during difficult times.

Black Civil War soldier finally gets proper military burial - after star NYC journo family spends 15 years tracking down unmarked grave

Sandy Wills, a Civil War soldier, received overdue recognition after his great-great-great-granddaughter located his unmarked grave after 150 years.

How the Identity of the Only Black Woman to Serve in the U.S. Army in World War I Was Just Discovered

African American heroines often hid their true identities to serve their country during difficult times.

Black Civil War soldier finally gets proper military burial - after star NYC journo family spends 15 years tracking down unmarked grave

Sandy Wills, a Civil War soldier, received overdue recognition after his great-great-great-granddaughter located his unmarked grave after 150 years.
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#art-exhibition

A Visual History of the Harlem Renaissance

The Harlem Renaissance was a significant cultural movement in the 1920s and 30s with black artistic voices converging.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art features works from The Harlem Renaissance as part of The Harlem Renaissance and Transatlantic Modernism exhibit.

Juxtapoz Magazine - Keith Jackson and "The Provocateurs"

Keith Jackson's exhibition 'The Provocateurs' explores family memories and the impact of historical events on personal identity through vivid paintings.

A Visual History of the Harlem Renaissance

The Harlem Renaissance was a significant cultural movement in the 1920s and 30s with black artistic voices converging.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art features works from The Harlem Renaissance as part of The Harlem Renaissance and Transatlantic Modernism exhibit.

Juxtapoz Magazine - Keith Jackson and "The Provocateurs"

Keith Jackson's exhibition 'The Provocateurs' explores family memories and the impact of historical events on personal identity through vivid paintings.
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#lorna-simpson

The Greats: Florence Welch, Lorna Simpson, Jonathan Anderson and Theaster Gates

Lorna Simpson's art reclaims overlooked African American narratives through various media, focusing on identity and storytelling.

Jonathan Anderson Only Wants to Be the World's Best Fashion Designer

Lorna Simpson's art serves as an archive that reclaims stories of African Americans, placing marginalized narratives at the forefront.

The Greats: Florence Welch, Lorna Simpson, Jonathan Anderson and Theaster Gates

Lorna Simpson's art reclaims overlooked African American narratives through various media, focusing on identity and storytelling.

Jonathan Anderson Only Wants to Be the World's Best Fashion Designer

Lorna Simpson's art serves as an archive that reclaims stories of African Americans, placing marginalized narratives at the forefront.
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2024 Yerba Buena Gardens Festival presents "Michelle Jacques" (SF)

The Daughters of the Delta program honors overlooked African-American women composers and musicians from Louisiana, showcasing their impact on American music.
#historic-preservation

The nation's first Black country club gets more than love in its coffers

Shady Rest Country Club, the first Black-owned country club, is undergoing restoration to preserve its historic significance to American golf and Black history.

Restoration Kicks Off at Weeksville's Historic Houses

The $3.9 million project aims to restore and upgrade the historic Hunterfly Road Houses to preserve African American history for future generations.

The nation's first Black country club gets more than love in its coffers

Shady Rest Country Club, the first Black-owned country club, is undergoing restoration to preserve its historic significance to American golf and Black history.

Restoration Kicks Off at Weeksville's Historic Houses

The $3.9 million project aims to restore and upgrade the historic Hunterfly Road Houses to preserve African American history for future generations.
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A photographer who makes historical subjects dance - Harvard Gazette

Wendel White's new monograph explores African American history through artifacts from the 13 original colonies, highlighting their deeper connections and meanings.

John Amos dies at 84; actor was famed for roles in Roots' and Good Times'

John Amos, star of Good Times, has passed away at 84, leaving a legacy in African American representation on television.
#reparations

New York State Commissioners on Reparations Sworn In

The NYS Community Commission on Reparations Remedies aims to address the impacts of slavery and systemic racism on African Americans in New York.

Two historic California reparations bills stall out sparing Newsom a tough political call

California's reparations effort faced setbacks as two critical bills were not voted on in the Assembly, though they may be reintroduced next year.

New York State Commissioners on Reparations Sworn In

The NYS Community Commission on Reparations Remedies aims to address the impacts of slavery and systemic racism on African Americans in New York.

Two historic California reparations bills stall out sparing Newsom a tough political call

California's reparations effort faced setbacks as two critical bills were not voted on in the Assembly, though they may be reintroduced next year.
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'The Piano Lesson' Review: A Promising Debut for Malcolm Washington Leans on the Acting Prowess of Its Star-Studded Cast

Malcolm Washington's adaptation of 'The Piano Lesson' explores themes of heritage and familial legacy through a striking cinematic lens.

Wally Amos, Who Opened Hollywood's Famous Amos Cookie Shop in 1975, Dies at Age 88

Wally Amos revolutionized the cookie industry and became a cultural icon through innovative marketing and high-quality ingredients.
#racism

James Baldwin, Remembered by His Nephews

Baldwin's letter to his nephew emphasizes the resilience and dignity of Black Americans in the face of racism.

The Black Tax: why have African Americans been cheated by the system for so long?

Property tax assessments create structural inequality, impacting African Americans disproportionately.

James Baldwin, Remembered by His Nephews

Baldwin's letter to his nephew emphasizes the resilience and dignity of Black Americans in the face of racism.

The Black Tax: why have African Americans been cheated by the system for so long?

Property tax assessments create structural inequality, impacting African Americans disproportionately.
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#racial-segregation

70 years after Brown v. Board of Education: 'No kid should ever be left behind'

The landmark Brown v. Board of Education ruling ended racial segregation but disparities in education persisted

Juxtapoz Magazine - Calida Rawles: Away with the Tides @ Perez Art Museum Miami

Calida Rawles uses water to represent Black healing and reimagine African American history beyond known narratives.

BK Film Director Showcases Astronaut Ronald McNair's Childhood Resiliency

Nile Price found his passion for storytelling amidst a challenging health condition.
Price's short film 'For The Moon' depicts the inspiring true story of astronaut Ronald McNair's defiance against racial segregation.

70 years after Brown v. Board of Education: 'No kid should ever be left behind'

The landmark Brown v. Board of Education ruling ended racial segregation but disparities in education persisted

Juxtapoz Magazine - Calida Rawles: Away with the Tides @ Perez Art Museum Miami

Calida Rawles uses water to represent Black healing and reimagine African American history beyond known narratives.

BK Film Director Showcases Astronaut Ronald McNair's Childhood Resiliency

Nile Price found his passion for storytelling amidst a challenging health condition.
Price's short film 'For The Moon' depicts the inspiring true story of astronaut Ronald McNair's defiance against racial segregation.
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J. Gary Cooper, Pathbreaking Marine Leader, Is Dead at 87

J. Gary Cooper, a trailblazing African American leader, overcame segregation to excel in various roles, reflecting the progress of his generation amid racial change.

How a Louisiana museum is teaching students about African American history through contemporary art

Secondary-school students learning African American history through contemporary art at New Orleans Museum of Art.
AP courses like African American Studies and Art History provide high-level learning opportunities for US students.

Hidden Histories: Racial Injustice at St. Elizabeths Mental Hospital

Racial bias in mental health care at St. Elizabeths Hospital.
Dr. Summers' interest in St. Elizabeths' history.
#empowerment

Black Writers Share Their Favorite Books to Honor Black History Month

Black literature plays a significant role in preserving history and empowering communities.
Black artists have set standards and trends globally through movements like New Negro, Black Arts, and Afrofuturism.

How Black communities turned the map into a tool for justice

African American communities have used maps throughout history to protest racism and affirm the value of Black life.
The Living Black Atlas highlights the neglected history of Black mapmaking in America, showcasing how Black people have used mapping to document their stories.

Black Writers Share Their Favorite Books to Honor Black History Month

Black literature plays a significant role in preserving history and empowering communities.
Black artists have set standards and trends globally through movements like New Negro, Black Arts, and Afrofuturism.

How Black communities turned the map into a tool for justice

African American communities have used maps throughout history to protest racism and affirm the value of Black life.
The Living Black Atlas highlights the neglected history of Black mapmaking in America, showcasing how Black people have used mapping to document their stories.
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Feb 22: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Shirley Chisholm

Shirley Chisholm was a trailblazing figure in American politics.
Chisholm's upbringing and early life experiences shaped her into a determined and accomplished individual.
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Our stories can't be erased. They're part of America's history that children must know | Opinion

Carter G. Woodson started Black History Month to celebrate African American contributions and achievements.
Woodson founded the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History and started the Journal of Negro History.

What is Black History Month and why does it matter?

Black History Month celebrates African-American history and contributions
Carter G Woodson initiated Negro History Week in 1926, leading to the establishment of Black History Month

Wakanda Forever! How New York State is Creating Living History

Black History Month celebrates the legacy of African American historical figures.
Significant Black political leadership in New York State is a testament to the importance of Black history.

Our stories can't be erased. They're part of America's history that children must know | Opinion

Carter G. Woodson started Black History Month to celebrate African American contributions and achievements.
Woodson founded the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History and started the Journal of Negro History.

What is Black History Month and why does it matter?

Black History Month celebrates African-American history and contributions
Carter G Woodson initiated Negro History Week in 1926, leading to the establishment of Black History Month

Wakanda Forever! How New York State is Creating Living History

Black History Month celebrates the legacy of African American historical figures.
Significant Black political leadership in New York State is a testament to the importance of Black history.
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For Her Next Round, Toni Tipton-Martin Orders Up a Book of Cocktails

Atholene Peyton, an African American home economics teacher, predated Tom Bullock as a published cocktail manual author by a decade.
Toni Tipton-Martin's new book, Juke Joints, Jazz Clubs and Juice, explores the contributions of African Americans to American cocktail culture.
Tipton-Martin's extensive collection of old cookbooks by Black authors served as a foundation for her research on African American contributions to cocktail culture.

A New Museum Specializes in Black Genealogy. Here's What I Found Out About Myself.

Exploring ancestral history can be challenging for Black individuals due to limited and unreliable official records from the era of enslavement.

Why Master Distiller Nearest Green's Story Must Be Told

Weaver is a pioneering African American woman in the business world, leading a successful whiskey company with a legacy tied to an unsung African American distiller.

Women Who Travel Podcast: The Long Legacy of African American Expats

Exploring the stories of 20th-century African Americans who built their lives abroad.
#juneteenth

What is Juneteenth, And Why do We Celebrate?

Juneteenth celebrates freedom of over 250,000 slaves post-Civil War.

Get Ready to Celebrate Juneteenth, Brooklyn!

Juneteenth commemorates the emancipation of over 250,000 slaves, now celebrated nationwide.
Organizations in Brooklyn host various events to honor Juneteenth this year.

The Origins of Juneteenth and Why Black Independence Day' Falls on June 19th

Juneteenth commemorates the liberation of enslaved African Americans and is now a federal holiday in the U.S.

Here is how Juneteenth came to be and why it's so important

Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the U.S., originating from the announcement in Texas on June 19, 1865, regarding the abolition of slavery.

What is Juneteenth, And Why do We Celebrate?

Juneteenth celebrates freedom of over 250,000 slaves post-Civil War.

Get Ready to Celebrate Juneteenth, Brooklyn!

Juneteenth commemorates the emancipation of over 250,000 slaves, now celebrated nationwide.
Organizations in Brooklyn host various events to honor Juneteenth this year.

The Origins of Juneteenth and Why Black Independence Day' Falls on June 19th

Juneteenth commemorates the liberation of enslaved African Americans and is now a federal holiday in the U.S.

Here is how Juneteenth came to be and why it's so important

Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the U.S., originating from the announcement in Texas on June 19, 1865, regarding the abolition of slavery.
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