A People’s Journey, A Nation’s Story
Welcome to the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History & Culture
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Homecoming: A Celebration of HBCUs and Their Legacies
Homecoming at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) is an annual highlight for the campus and the community, celebrating Black joy and culture. A highly anticipated and important event, homecoming allows these institutions to connect with their communities and to forge relationships between generations of students and alumni.
Five You Should Know: NFL Legends Who Went to HBCUs
In recognition of the storied HBCU homecoming season, we’ve highlighted five African American scholar-athletes who broke barriers, set records and changed the game.
