Posts Tagged ‘American history’
For Black Women, the Oscars Are About More Than Best Picture
The contrast between “Sinners” and “One Battle After Another” shows how Hollywood narratives shape policy, power, and whose lives are valued.
Read MoreIn Chicago, Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. Is Remembered as a Giant Who Expanded the Meaning of Power
While Jackson’s moral leadership in the civil rights movement is widely known, speakers and attendees throughout the week emphasized another part of his legacy.
Read MoreA film honors America’s first self-governed town founded by formerly enslaved people
Director Andrew Maguire and executive-producer by Lola Campbell will showcase their documentary at multiple festivals this year.
Read MoreCleaning out his mom’s house, Boston man finds his ancestor’s freedom papers
The document, printed on parchment, is legible enough to reveal that it was issued to one Samuel Jones, who was born free, when he turned 21.
Read MoreAfrican American Choral Ensemble brings together 100 voices for anniversary concert
The African American coral ensemble choir represents and honors the history and future of the choir, which was established in 1975 by Portia K and founder of African-American art Institute, Herman Hudson.
Read MoreReading the Nation at 250: Who Is Missing From the Story?
As America prepares to celebrate 250 years of independence, a federal reading initiative reveals a glaring truth: the nation is still telling its story without Black women.
Read MoreOrganizations celebrate 100th anniversary of Black History Month
What originated as Negro History Month has persisted for a century, teaching about the trials and tribulations of Black history.
Read MoreHow Archives Tell the Truth America Tries to Forget
Shanna Ward’s new book required her to delve deep into archives to unveil history about resistance in the antebellum south.
Read MoreB&O museum introduces restored ‘Washington’
The restoration sheds light on American history and design and the unique role played by some Black workers during the mid-century.
Read MoreAlarming Trend Shows Maternal Syphilis Surging in the U.S.
A report from the United Negro College Fund said high schools need to do more to introduce students to HBCUs.
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