Revolutionary Messages Need Revolutionary Messengers
Civil rights icon Reverend Dr. Joseph Echols Lowery passed away on March 27, 2020, at the age of 98. His commitment to racial justice, social equality, and nonviolent protest transformed the fight against oppression around the world.Read More
The Power of Poetry: Mother's Day Edition
Through literature, writers and activists throughout history have paid homage to mothers of African descent. In recognition of Mother’s Day, the museum features a few selected poems by prominent figures in African American history and culture. Read More
The Power of Poetry: The New Negro Renaissance to the Black Arts Movement
This is part two of a three-part blog series on African American poetry. This piece will cover The New Negro Renaissance to the Black Arts Movement.Read More
The Power of Poetry: Pre-Civil War to Reconstruction
This is part one of a three-part blog series on African American poetry. This piece focuses on the Pre-Civil War to Reconstruction eras.Read More
Because of Her Story: Activist and Suffragist Mary Church Terrell
Mary Eliza Church Terrell was a renowned educator and speaker who campaigned fearlessly for women’s suffrage and the social equality of African Americans.Read More
Transforming Dance around the World
By weaving African American themes into his dances, Alvin Ailey ushered in a new era of concert dance. Ailey made an immeasurable impact around the world of dance. Read More