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Philadanco, founded by Joan Myers Brown in 1970, has established itself as one of America's foremost modern dance repertory ensembles blending African-American, ballet, jazz, and cutting-edge styles. Philadanco’s mission, determined upon the … [Continue reading]
In 1979, when African-American photographer Dawoud Bey showed twenty-five photographs at the Studio Museum in Harlem under the heading Harlem U.S.A., the exhibition offered a young artist's vision of a moment in the neighborhood's life. Published … [Continue reading]
In 2013 the country will commemorate two events that changed the course of the nation – the 1863 Emancipation Proclamation and the 1963 March on Washington. Standing as milestone moments in the grand sweep of American history, these achievements … [Continue reading]
In March of 1931, nine black youths, aimed toward nine different paths, hopped a freight train snaking through the Southern belly of the United States. When they would disembark — miles and miles before reaching their intended destinations — … [Continue reading]
Built in 1897 at the northernmost end of Boston Common at the intersection of Beacon and Park St., the Robert Gould Shaw Memorial depicts Colonel Shaw on horseback leading the Massachusetts 54th Regiment, the first all-volunteer black regiment in … [Continue reading]
Beaufort's Gullah Festival showcases the African history and heritage of South Carolina's Low Country Gullah culture, a blend of West African, European and Native American cultures, which became a way of life for West African slaves living on the Sea … [Continue reading]
The Frederick Douglass National Historic Site is dedicated to preserving the legacy of the most famous 19th century African American. His life was a testament to the courage and persistence that serves as an inspiration to those who struggle in the … [Continue reading]
Hundreds of teams make their way to the banks of the Mississippi River to compete for over $100,000 in prizes and bragging rights in the World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest. Sure, it is a contest – but it is also a swine soiree. The smell … [Continue reading]
Moja, a Swahili word meaning “One,” is the appropriate name for the MOJA Arts Festival, a celebration of harmony amongst all people in ther community. The Festival highlights the many African-American and Caribbean contributions made to western … [Continue reading]
The Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo (BPIR) was founded in 1984 by Lu Vason. This event has been a powerful tool in his goal to educate people on history, challenges, and contributions of Black Americans to the westward expansion of the United States. … [Continue reading]
In 1969, writing about Dance Theatre of Harlem, Clive Barnes, dance critic for The New York Times, began his article, ?Black is beautiful, classic ballet is beautiful, so why are the two so rarely found together?? That changed when Arthur Mitchell, … [Continue reading]
The Saint Lucia Jazz and Arts Festival is an annual internationally-known event which takes place on the Caribbean island of Saint Lucia. The event brings together international as well as local musicians. The jazz festival not only features jazz … [Continue reading]