Townspeople recall the strong storm that shook the historic Centennial church in West Helena, Arkansas, down to the rafters. “It had lots of structure before the...
EBONY Magazine is back on the cultural radar with a digital presence and new management. As it marks 77 years, the venerable publication can look back...
The rigorous preparation required to become one of NASA’s astronauts is well-documented, requiring great mental and physical strength. Thousands apply for one of the few coveted...
With the first Black woman nominated to the Supreme Court winning the hearts of millions of Americans with her measured and capable handling of the intense...
Many Americans are familiar with the Brown v. Board of Education Supreme Court ruling which declared “separate but equal” unconstitutional, opening the door for school integration....
The portrait reveals a young Black woman in the late 18th century, posing with a slight smile. Her mere presence hinted at her circumstance, that she...
With millions of Americans enduring one of the harshest winters in recent memory, the work of African American inventor Charles S.L. Baker may spark renewed interest...
With the global pandemic nearing its one-year anniversary, the National Park Service has temporarily closed its historical sites. But, here are five of our favorites that...
Historians and political scientists are turning to the past to frame the discussion about the more than 50 million Americans who have already voted before Election...
With students back in school, the September traditions of a new academic year have been largely rewritten to accommodate the novel coronavirus. The debate over the...