Black History
Celebrating Women’s History Month: Fannie Lou Hamer
March 17, 2026Hamer was one of the great leaders of the Civil Rights movement, having persevered for the cause with incredible spirit and determination.
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Youth voices stress unity at People’s World Connecticut Black History Month event
March 12, 2026Students in grades 8 through 12 showcased a range of impressive submissions of poetry, art, and essays drawing connections between the Freedom Rides and today’s fight against fascism.
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‘Africville’: Faith Nolan’s debut album an essential listen 40 years later
March 10, 2026The album's title track recalls the historic Black community in Halifax that was neglected for 150 years until it was demolished by the city in 1969.
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Selma remembrance reflected joy in the struggle
March 10, 2026Despite the pain carried by the memory of Bloody Sunday in Selma, the feeling last weekend was not one of sorrow.
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Claudia Jones School brings together D.C. Community to celebrate Black History
March 9, 2026Over a hundred people came out to not only celebrate Black culture but also hear from a multi-generational panel of community leaders.
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