Celebrate Black History Month in the Richmond Region By VisitRichmondVA on Jan. 17, 2025 Join us in celebrating Black History Month this February as we honor the achievements and contributions of African Americans who have influenced history in the Richmond Region and beyond. Immerse yourself in...
The Black History Month tradition was actually established in Chicago in 1926 by Dr. Carter G. Woodson, the “Father of Black History.” Experience the city’s rich cultural offerings while honoring Black History Month in Chicago with exhibits performances, concerts, plays, tours, and events. ...
During Black History Month in February, the museum usually brings in new exhibitions to highlight the month. The African American Museum in Philadelphia Located just a few blocks away from the Liberty Bell, Philadelphia’sAfrican American Museumwas founded in 1976 as part of the city’s bicentenn...
month, some churches followed this tradition as well. Libraries displayed books by Black authors, and local museums had special exhibits to celebrate those who contributed to the arts. Some of these traditions continue in, but in majority of spaces the traditions are dying. Today, Black history ...
2. The National Museum of African American History and Culture The only national museum dedicated exclusively to the documentation of "African American life, history, and culture," points parents of young children to its annualBlack History Month programming, including the weekly Friday series...
To investigate the constellations of gaze, power and gender that are constitutive for the image of thefemme fataleand its transformations over time, the exhibition has assembled around 200 exhibits spanning a broad range of media and periods. On display will be paintings by Pre-Raphaelite artists ...
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The museum, founded in 1995 by Lujuana Hood, links the African diaspora to Springfield and surrounding communities. It is one of the oldest African-American heritage museums in Massachusetts. The nonprofit organization “propagates the legacy and rich history of people of color,” acc...
with our incredible team to get this museum to opening day,” said Dr. Tonya Matthews, president and CEO of the International African American Museum. This museum will be a must-see space of courageous curiosity and authentic engagement with our nation’s history—with African American history....
Even as I write this, a month later, I have good thoughts and memories of our tour. John, are driver, was kind and respectful and was excellent at maneuvering the bus where we needed to go. I would highly recommend Wild Rover Tours and spe...