Today in Black History: Celebrating the Life of Paul Laurence Dunbar

On this day in Black History we celebrate the life of great American poet Paul Laurence…

We Will Not Forget You: Happy Birthday, Sandra Bland

Sandra Bland is a woman whose story has been heard by and touched millions across the…

Today in Black History: Celebrating Hank Aaron’s Birthday

Today [February 5th] for Black History Month we celebrate the birth of baseball legend Henry Louis…

Today In Black History: Celebrating Rosa Parks’ Birthday

On this day in Black History one of the most influential people involved in the Civil…

Today in Black History: 15th Amendment Ratified in 1870

Today in Black History is just as important as it is relevant to current events. On…

Celebrating Black History: Negro Baseball League Founded Today In 1886

Today in Black History [February 3] the first substantial Negro Baseball League was founded in 1920. The…

Today In Black History: Celebrating Sculptor William Artis

In celebration of Black History Month, we honor American sculptor William Ellisworth Artis, who was born…

Celebrating Langston Hughes’ Birthday [February 1, 1902]

As we celebrate Black History Month, we honor American poet, novelist, and playwright Langston Hughes, who…