It was 1861, only blocks from my house, when Elizabeth Proctor Thomas’ farm was taken from her. It was replaced by a badly needed Union military fort that would defend Washington DC. How Mrs. Thomas […]
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“Celebrations, Found Truths, Sheroes, Heroes, Events and Programs” which recognize and celebrate the contributions in art, literature, politics and education of the African American community throughout the year in the DC Metropolitan area.
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Martin Luther King, Jr. and the Prayer Pilgrimage for Freedom
Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2020, 6:30 p.m. Many people are familiar with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s iconic “I Have a Dream” speech. But did you know that was not his first major address in the […]
A Right To The City Author Talk Series: Theodore Greene
When Saturday, January 18, 2020, 2 – 4 PM Co-sponsor American University, Metropolitan Policy Center Venue Anacostia Community Museum Event Location Program Room Cost Free Get Tickets http://www.eventbrite.com… Related Exhibition A Right To The City Details Theodore Greene […]
Film and Discussion: Southwest Remembered: A Story of Urban Renewal
When Saturday, January 11, 2020, 2 – 4 PM Venue Anacostia Community Museum Event Location Program Room Cost Free Get Tickets http://www.eventbrite.com… Related Exhibition A Right To The City Details This award-winning documentary examines the history of Southwest […]
JOE MADISON, The Black Eagle, on Shadow Politics – Dec. 29th
JOE MADISON, The Black Eagle, on Shadow Politics – Dec. 29th — Read on shoutout.wix.com/so/9cMz3WZYG
HARRIET TUBMAN DAY
2nd Annual Washington, D.C. Commemoration Theme: Celebrate to Educate Friday, March 8, 2019 6:00 pm Light Reception – 7:00pm Program Charles Sumner Museum & Archives 1201 17th Street NW Washington DC 20036 Presented by Tina […]
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