Norris Dendy

December 30, 2024

Norris Dendy Share Special Exhibits The Freedom-Lovers’ Roll Call Wall Stories Behind the Postcards: Paintings and Collages of Jennifer Scott Risking Everything: The Fight for Black Voting Rights Portraiture of Resistance Memorial to the Victims of Lynching Freedom-Lovers’ Pledge Echoes of Equality: Art Inspired by Memphis and Maya Explore Our Galleries African Peoples Before Captivity…

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Black Miami Police Officer Sues City For $1 Million, Claims Discrimination And Demotion Over Refusal To ‘Tone Down’ Her Hairstyle

December 5, 2024

A Miami police officer has filed a lawsuit against the city, alleging discrimination after being reprimanded for wearing his natural hairstyle, which he claims violates no department policies and constitutes racial bias. The case highlights ongoing issues related to hairstyle discrimination and cultural identity within professional settings.

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Echoes of Equality: Art Inspired by Memphis and Maya

May 23, 2024
1968 Olympics – A peaceful protest by Daron Wolf

Witness profound storytelling through art, where history, resilience, and societal change intertwine to create masterpieces provoking thought and inspiring dialogue. Discover the rich narratives within each artwork, from Ruby Bridges’ courage to Dr. King’s influential power and Maya Angelou’s resilience, along with commentary on segregation in Milwaukee.

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Trivia Puzzles

November 4, 2023

These postcards were mailed to and from Wisconsin residents from 1904 to 1942. Their stereotyped pictures of African Americans were very common and accepted. Such cards were sent openly, without comment or embarrassment.

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About Tours & Events at ABHM

August 15, 2018

                        Ready soon, but not quite yet… As our new building has been rising in Milwaukee’s Bronzeville on the corner of Phillips (formerly 4th) and North Avenue – on the very footprint of the original ABHM – the community is feeling the love! We…

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