Tag: Black history month
The Legacy of the Studio Museum in Harlem
Explore the history and cultural impact of the Studio Museum in Harlem and its role in elevating Black artists and shaping contemporary art.
The Marching Cobras
The Marching Cobras showcase a NYC non-profit that teaches musicianship to inner-city youth. The program offers after-school practice and weekend performances, fostering leadership and confidence. A generous donation helps ensure the group's continued suc...
20 Forgotten Black Inventors Who Shaped America
How many Black inventors can you name? If you said one or two, you're not alone, and that's the problem.
The Stono Rebellion of 1739: America’s Largest Slave Uprising
Explore the Stono Rebellion of 1739, the largest slave uprising in colonial America, its causes, leaders, and lasting impact on U.S. history.
7 Civil Rights Leaders You Need to Know
Throughout American history, many have had to fight to advance the ideals of liberty and equality. Learn about 7 lesser known civil rights leaders who were crucial to their causes.
Top-Selling Black Musicians in Every Decade (From Bessie Smith to Beyonce)
Highlighting the trends that have defined us from the 1920s to now.
Shirley Chisholm Runs for President and Revolutionizes Politics
Learn more about Shirley Chisholm and her long-lasting impact on politics on the 50th anniversary of her run for the presidency.
How the Little Rock Nine Changed the Civil Rights Movement
Discover how the Little Rock Nine desegregated Central High School and reshaped the Civil Rights Movement in 1957 America.
Prince: The Life, Music, and Legacy of the Purple Icon
Explore the life and legacy of Prince, the groundbreaking singer, songwriter, and performer who reshaped pop, funk, and rock forever.
Sylvester James Gates Jr: Physics Visionary
Explore the life of Sylvester James Gates Jr., trailblazing theoretical physicist, supersymmetry pioneer, and champion for diversity in STEM.
Montgomery Bus Boycott: The 381-Day Protest That Changed America
Discover how the Montgomery Bus Boycott began, how long it lasted, and why it became a turning point in the Civil Rights Movement.
Montgomery Bus Boycott: The Protest That Sparked a Movement
Discover how the Montgomery Bus Boycott began, who led it, and why it became a turning point in the Civil Rights Movement.
Elizabeth Freeman: The Enslaved Woman Who Sued for Freedom
Discover how Elizabeth Freeman, known as Mum Bett, became the first enslaved African American woman to win her freedom in court and helped end slavery in Massachusetts.
Forty Acres and a Mule: The Broken Promise and One Woman’s Triumph
Explore the history of “Forty Acres and a Mule,” the unfulfilled Reconstruction promise, and how one woman turned that legacy into modern success during Black History Month.
The History of African-American Social Dance
Why do we dance? African-American social dances started as a way for enslaved Africans to keep cultural traditions alive and retain a sense of inner freedom.
