I knew my mom was a WAC (Women’s Army Corps) but didn't know the details or historical significance until Tyler Perry released 'The Six Triple Eight' ...

Key pieces of history have ties to Chattanooga during World War II, all displayed in the film Six Triple Eight. This story is about several African American wom ...

Celebrate Black History Month at Avenida Houston with free family-friendly activities every Saturday. Enjoy live music, art, educational programming, and the BLCK Market, showcasing 50 local ...

Forten was an African-American abolitionist and wealthy businessman in Philadelphia. Born free in the city, he became a sailmaker after the American Revolutionary War. Following an apprenticeship ...

BY THE WAY, THERE IS A MOVIE ON THE 6888 ... "Our War Too," which focuses on the contributions of African-American women during World War II, and interactive AI features that offer simulated ...

Members of the National Association of Black Military Women Charleston Chapter are proud of their military service and want the country to know about the dedication and contributions of women of color ...

While lectures on the legacies of Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, and Harriet Tubman are all important, some educators ...

While lectures on the legacies of Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, and Harriet Tubman are all important, some educators (and their students) are eager to learn more about underrepresented ...

Black History Month is about celebrating, educating, and championing Black culture. Black filmmakers have played a crucial ...

Midway through Black History Month, it’s worth noting the relative brevity of Black film history—the very first major-studio feature to be directed by an African-American didn’t come along until 1969, ...

With Black History month just around the corner, what better way to prepare than to have a list of some of the most iconic ...

Illinois State University’s African American Studies Program is hosting its inaugural film series. Three times in February, ...