Mississippi has rich Black history. See Civil Rights sites, where blues music was born
Mississippi is steeped in Black history and culture, from Civil Rights sites that spurred national change to the delta -the ...
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'3 Summers of Lincoln' brings Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass' story to the stage at La Jolla Playhouse
The new musical explores the complex friendship between the president and the famed abolitionist. We spoke with co-lyricist ...
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Frederick Douglass: the original viral influencer
In what feels like the dwindling hours of this democracy, I’m painfully aware of the erosion of civil rights gains.
East Milton students portray historical Black figures in Living Wax Museum
East Milton Elementary third-graders portrayed historic and contemporary African Americans in Living Wax Museum.
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Rochester’s Roots: The city’s central role in the abolition movement
During Black History Month, Rochester residents have a significant reason to celebrate. The city is recognized as one of the five key U.S. cities central to the abolition movement, alongside Boston, ...
50+ books to add to your reading list this Black History Month
Celebrate Black History Month with a good book. Our readers recommended 50+ stories to dive into this February and beyond.
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How a Trump order ultimately led to cancellation of parade to honor Frederick Douglass
A policy under the Trump administration compelled the Maryland National Guard to decline an invitation to partake in a February 22 event in honor of renowned abolitionist Frederick Douglass. Per WBOC, ...