Tag: Black History
Celebrating 50 Years of Go-Go Music
Celebrating Washington, D.C.'s homegrown go-go music, long known as the city's soundtrack.
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.
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.
10 African Queens from History
Africa, the mother continent, has a proud and fascinating history of diverse cultures, stretching back thousands of years. This rich tapestry has been greatly obscured by the horrors of colonization.
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.
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.
Phillis Wheatley: America’s First Published African American Poet
Discover the life and legacy of Phillis Wheatley, the first published African American poet, whose 1773 book challenged slavery and reshaped literary history.
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.
Black Wall Street Established in Tulsa, Oklahoma
Located in Tulsa, Oklahoma, this residential neighborhood known as Greenwood provided an opportunity for Blacks to accumulate wealth and make advancements during a time of racial terror.
Harriet Tubman: They called her Moses (2018)
Discover the real Harriet Tubman in this compelling documentary narrated by Alfrelynn Roberts and featuring expert interviews with leading scholars, including Dr. Eric Lewis Williams of the Smithsonian Institute and Carl Westmoreland of the National Under...
South Jersey Artist Uses Dolls to Start Conversations About Black Identity and Culture
Artist Kimberly Camp uses handmade dolls to address identity, culture and the African American experience through her exhibit at the Hunterdon Art Museum in Clinton, New Jersey.
The Chitlin Circuit
The Chitlin' Circuit was an informal network of venues in the United States where Black musicians, comedians, and entertainers performed, primarily during the segregation era (from the 1930s to the 1960s). These venues provided a crucial platform for Blac...
