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  • Published on Jun 14, 2021

    African American Museum reopens with pioneering exhibit, free museum days for Juneteenth

    The African American Museum in Philadelphia has reopened its doors with a celebration of a pioneering artist who was often overlooked. Karen Rogers has the story in this week's 6abc Loves the Arts. "Anna Russell Jones: The Art of Design" …

    Source: 6 ABC Action News - Neutral
  • Published on Jun 14, 2021

    Book n' Cook classes for kids educate on Juneteenth, African American farming roots

    EVANSVILLE, Ind. – School’s out, but that doesn’t mean kids should stop learning fun things. One opportunity is the upcoming Book n' Cook series. The Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library has partnered with Legacy Taste of the Garden and Urban Seeds to …

    Source: Evansville Courier & Press - Indiana - Neutral
  • Published on Jun 14, 2021

    La. paves trail to commemorate civil rights history

    By C.C. Campbell-Rock Contributing Writer On May 3, 2021, a small crowd outside of Dooky Chase’s Restaurant stepped into history as they witnessed the state’s first Civil Rights Trail marker unveiling. Renowned Chef Leah Chase’s larger-than-life steel …

    Source: The Louisiana Weekly - Left-wing
  • Published on Jun 14, 2021

    Prosser to celebrate Juneteenth with “History Hour”

    June 14, 2021 11:38 AM Dylan Carter Posted: June 14, 2021 11:38 AM OLIVIER DOULIERY // Getty ImagesNews of the 1863 Emancipation Proclamation did not reach slaves in Texas for two-and-a-half years when Union Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger marched into …

    Source: Yak Tri News - Washington State - Neutral
  • Published on Jun 14, 2021

    Sunday Speaker Series Online Panel on Juneteenth history

    Texas Border Business EDINBURG, Texas — The Museum of South Texas History will host the Sunday Speaker Series Online presentation, “From Slavery to South Texas: Callis Family History,” featuring Nicholas Maddox, Sabrina Walker-Hernandez, Kimbley Callis and …

    Source: Texas Border Business - Neutral
  • Published on Jun 14, 2021

    Bell's new brew honors staff, Black history

    COMSTOCK TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WOOD) — Bell’s Brewery is preparing to roll out the sixth installment to its Celebration Series beers: the Seneca Village Black IPA. The Celebration Series is a line of beers designed and brewed by Bell’s staff. This one was …

    Source: WOOD TV8 - Uncategorized
  • Published on 02:26 GMT

    Chicago History Museum to mark Juneteenth with event, free admission

      WINDY CITY TIMES Chicago History Museum to mark Juneteenth with event, free admission 2021-06-14 The Chicago History Museum will celebrate Juneteenth with free museum admission for all and a virtual event, "Resounding Liberty: Remembering Juneteenth …

    Source: Windy City Times - Left-wing
  • Published on Jun 14, 2021

    Maryland Museum of Women's History readies for launch of exhibit

    CENTREVILLE — Mary Margaret Revell Goodwin, President and CEO of the Maryland Museum of Women’s History, is struggling to comply with necessary changes to meet the American Disabilities Act and the means to remodel the historic Locust Hill plantation — the …

    Source: My Eastern Shore - Maryland - Neutral
  • Published on Jun 14, 2021

    Juneteenth a moment to celebrate history, commemorate challenges and victories of last year, and keep up the fight

    Kavon Ward will step onto Bruce’s Beach Park later this week for a celebration. A celebration of Juneteenth, of Black history and Black culture. Of the gains, though incomplete, those fighting against systemic racism have made in the 365 days since Ward co …

    Source: Long Beach Press Telegram - California - Neutral
  • Published on Jun 14, 2021

    Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra makes history with newly appointed executive director - nola.com

    As a professional dancer, instructor and arts administrator, Anwar Nasir has always believed in the power of diversity to inspire. Without it, “people wouldn’t see that connection, where they could see themselves in what it is we do,” he said this week. “ …

    Source: Louisiana State News.Net - Neutral
  • Published on Jun 14, 2021

    What does the American flag symbolize to you? Flag Day history and what it means to locals

    President Woodrow Wilson officially marked June 14 as Flag Day in 1916, according to History.com Up until 1775, the colonists had been fighting under their own regiment flags in the American Revolutionary War, according to the website. In 1775, the Second …

    Source: Anderson Independent-Mail - South Carolina - Neutral
  • Published on Jun 14, 2021

    The history of Juneteenth: Why we celebrate freedom in Arkansas

    “Even prior to Juneteenth becoming a big deal around the country, African Americans in Arkansas were celebrating freedom as far back as the 1880s.” LITTLE ROCK, Ark — The Emancipation Proclamation was issued in September of 1862 and went into effect in …

    Source: THV11 - Arkansas - Neutral
  • Published on Jun 13, 2021

    African American museum plants roots, celebrates grand opening on Whiskey Row

    The 10,500-square foot space features artifacts collected by its founder, Lamont Collins, for more than four decades. LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Editor's note: The video in the above player is from Feb. 2020. A museum planted its roots along Whiskey Row, ready …

    Source: WHAS 11 - Uncategorized
  • Published on Jun 13, 2021

    African American museum Roots 101 opens new space in downtown Louisville

    A new museum dedicated to African American history opened up in Louisville Saturday.Mayor Greg Fischer joined Roots 101: African American Museum founder Lamont Collins to cut the ribbon on the museum’s Whiskey Row location, symbolizing a return of visitors …

    Source: WLKY - Kentucky - Neutral
  • Published on Jun 12, 2021

    How Rosenwald schools transformed African-American education in the South

    From above, it seems ordinary: a simple white house an hour northwest of Atlanta. But when the Noble Hill school was constructed nearly a century ago, it was revolutionary. Marian Coleman and four generations of her family were educated at the school — one …

    Source: WSGW - Michigan - Neutral
  • Published on Jun 13, 2021

    Explaining the history of Juneteenth

    Visitors to the Newberry Opera House can see a canvas mural created by Robert Matheson, in celebration of Juneteenth. Andrew Wigger | The Newberry Observer Artifacts on display at the Newberry Opera House for Juneteenth. Andrew Wigger | The Newberry …

    Source: The Newberry Observer - South Carolina - Neutral
  • Published on Jun 12, 2021

    CU Boulder announces new Center for African and African American Studies

    BOULDER, Colo. - After 15 years of discussions, the University of Colorado Boulder announced the opening of a new Center for African and African American Studies (CAAAS), also called “The Cause”. The center will focus on research, visual and performing …

    Source: Denver 7 - Colorado - Neutral
  • Published on Jun 13, 2021

    Artspace exhibits honor Louisiana's Black trail riding history, culture

    This summer, two Artspace exhibitions will dare to redefine the idea of a cowboy. “Louisiana Trail Riders” and “Saddles and Spurs: Out of the Shadows” will explore the deep-rooted history and lesser-known culture of Black equestrians of Louisiana as it …

    Source: Louisiana State News.Net - Neutral
  • Published on Jun 11, 2021

    New African American Heritage Museum Opens in Bardstown

    A new museum in Bardstown is intended to help fill in some gaps in the town’s history. The Bardstown-Nelson County African American Heritage Museum opened June 10. In his work as a truancy officer for Bardstown City Schools, Bill Sheckles realized that …

    Source: WKU Public Radio - Kentucky - Public Broadcaster

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