Investigative journalist Jerry Mitchell takes readers on the twisting road that led to the reopening of four of the most infamous killings during the civil rights movement. His work played a central role in bringing […]
Category: DC Black History Happens Now
16feb – African American Men Sing Songs of Praise, 3pm
The DC Black History Celebration Committee will again sponsor a City-wide Black History event, entitled “African American Men Sing Songs of Praise.” Featuring Male Choirs, Soloists, Ushers with M.C. TV News Anchor (channel 7) Sam […]
African Americans and the Vote: 150th Anniversary of the 15th Amendment
Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson Building – Great Hall – 2nd Floor (LJ200-E) 10 First Street SE ON DISPLAY FOR A LIMITED TIME In the aftermath of the Civil War, Northern Republicans in Congress proposed […]
15feb – Black Composers Concert, 3pm
Please join us and invite your family and friends to enjoy a wonderful afternoon concert of classical, jazz, Gospel, and sacred music by composers of African descent performed by top area artists. We have an exciting program planned […]
14feb – Finding Your Roots with Henry Louis Gates, Jr., Season 6 @7pm
Join WETA and Henry Louis Gates, Jr. and Sirius XM host Joe Madison for a screening & discussion of Finding Your Roots with Henry Louis Gates, Jr., Season Six.
15feb – African American Suffragists: Fighting on Dual Fronts of Gender and Race, 1pm
Efa Ahmed-Williams presents a talk on African American women’s roles and challenges in the women’s suffrage movement. Belmont-Paul Women’s Equality National Monument 144 Constitution Avenue NE
