Prior to the 1980s, African American music artists did not receive equal recognition and acclaim on television channels as their…
This Day In History: January 24th Afro-Puerto Rican historian Arturo Alfonso Schomburg amassed an extensive collection of items pertaining to…
This Day In History: January 23rd Amanda Berry Smith was a woman ahead of her time. Smith was born on…
On Jan. 22, 1906, Willa Brown was born in Glasgow, Kentucky, a woman who would become a pioneering figure in…
This Day In History: January 22nd With classic chart-topping hits such as “A Change Is Gonna Come,” “Twistin’ the Night…
On Jan. 21, 1831, Portsmouth officials publicly announced their intention to apply Ohio law to the city’s African American residents…
This Day In History: January 20th Renowned choir director and educator Dr. Eva Jessye was a trailblazer in the music…
Whether it is the famous speeches or even the national holiday, Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy still resonates today. The…
Doctor Daniel Hale Williams was a pioneer in the medical field and even established his own hospital. In addition to…
This Day In History: January 17th Performer and actress Eartha Kitt captivated audiences with her versatility in film, theater, cabaret,…
On this day in 1950, Debbie Allen was born in Houston, Texas. Over a career spanning more than five decades,…
This Day In History: January 16th Award-winning choreographer, actress, producer and director Debbie Allen has been a dynamic force in the world…