Was Betty Boop Inspired By A Black Girl?
Many believe the character's singing style was derived from a Black girl named Esther Jones.
When We Talk About Black History We Must Include Music
Black music is not only a thread in the fabric of African-American history, over time it has shaped many of the pop culture moments we see across societies.
Dr. Jessica B. Harris On Starting Her Culinary Writing Career At ESSENCE And Having Her Work Adapted For Netflix's 'High On The Hog'
Dr. Jessica B. Harris and food writer Stephen Satterfield talk taking her book from print to Netflix.
Congress Renews Push To Expand African Burial Ground National Monument
The bill aims to turn the 6.6-acre memorial into a sister site with the NMAAHC.
Kimberly Drew And Jenna Wortham Celebrate The Spectrum Of Blackness In New Book
"Black Futures" is a tribute to global Black culture and these coeditors remind us of the fullness of who we are.
Our Struggle Is One 'Of Many Lifetimes': A 1985 Interview With John Lewis Shows There's Still Work To Be Done
In a 1985 interview conducted for "Eyes on the Prize," Lewis reflected on the march from Selma to Montgomery and the power of the movement.
The U.S. Navy Celebrates First Black Woman Tactical Jet Pilot
Lt. j.g. Madeline Swegle is breaking glass ceilings.
Michael V. Drake Becomes First Black President Of University Of California
Drake, who has been at the helm of Ohio State University and UC Irvine, will now take the reins at the University of California.
Celebrate Juneteenth With A Black History Inspired Visit To One Of These Destinations
Get away and learn your history at one of these tourist destinations.
Historic Black Church In Boston To Be Sold After 148 Years Of Services
The Ebenezer Baptist Church, which was founded by freed slaves, held its last service on Sunday. It will soon be up for sale.
Celebrate Black History All Year Long At These Destinations
Experience the places where civil rights were won and African-American artists and advocates continue to influence our communities.
Jane Bolin, The First Black Woman Judge
The New York native defied the status quo and the expectation of those around her, and paved her own path, along with a path for others.
1619: 400 Years of History Remembered
In 1619, Africans stolen from the Motherland arrived in the Virginia Colony. Their horrific journey set in motion centuries of American slavery.
Lonnie Bunch III Tapped To Become 1st Black Secretary Of The Smithsonian
Lonnie G. Bunch III, best known as the director of the iconic National Museum of African American History and Culture, will be the Smithsonian Institute's first Black secretary.
Rev. LaKeesha Walrond Appointed As First Black Female President Of New York Theological Seminary
The appointment of Rev. LaKeesha Walrond as President of the New York Theological Seminary marks a new era for the seminary.
Historic Number Of Black Women To Graduate From The United States Military Academy at West Point
A record-breaking number of 32 Black women are set to graduate from The United States Military Academy at West Point.
Houston, Texas, Senior Is The 1st Black Valedictorian In His School's 119-Year History
Kellin McGowan, who is graduating with a 4.57 GPA, will be the first Black Valedictorian in the history of St. Thomas High School.
Gerald Webb Sworn In As The First African American Judge For Hamilton County, Tennessee, Courts
Gerald Webb made history on Wednesday after officially taking the Oath of Office as the first African American judge for Hamilton County, Tennessee, Courts.
Redoshi, The Woman Identified As The Last Known Survivor Of The U.S. Slave Trade
Redoshi was kidnapped as a child of 12, and taken to the U.S. aboard the Clotilda, the last slave ship to arrive in the United States.