When Scott Colom takes the oath of office for the U.S. Senate in January, he will not be the first Black senator from Mississippi to make history. But he will […]
Hip Hop pioneer Kevin "MC Chill" Heard was recognized for helping shape Cleveland's Hip Hop scene as leaders announced the return of the African American Heritage & Cultural Celebration.
Black musicians and historians reflected on Cleveland's rich musical legacy, challenges, and future during a Juneteenth forum at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Ohio's "Black Laws" barred Black people from voting, testifying in court, and owning property, leading to the displacement of thousands of Black residents and making it difficult for them to find employment.
The history of Black Wall Streets across the United States is a testament to the resilience and ingenuity of Black Americans in creating economic opportunities despite the crushing restrictions of Jim Crow laws. From Richmond's …
Black women fed, protected and housed the activists who traveled to Selma, Alabama, in March 1965 to demonstrate for voting rights. Here are their stories.
Discover the life and legacy of Belle da Costa Greene, a Black librarian, celebrated book agent and first female director of the Morgan Library.
Seventy years ago, the Supreme Court's Brown vs. Board of Education ruling ended school segregation, but challenges persist. Despite efforts, many schools…
The American Women’s Quarters Program is set to end in 2025. Find out who’s on these quarters and why this program exists
19 Black historical figures whose names might be lost in the fight for a more robust Black history education. Read more to find out how the lives of these figures shaped today’s…
Celebrating 10 years of informing and showcasing Greater Cleveland
