The African American Museum at Fair Park in Dallas has opened a new exhibition, “Mandela: The Official Exhibition,” which explores the life of Nelson Mandela and his fight for freedom, justice, and reconciliation.
Category: Black History
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Michelle Obama Reflects on America’s ‘Imperfect Democracy’ At Obama Center Opening
The Obama Presidential Center is a living testament to the power of choice, and an urgent call to continue the work of creating a more perfect democracy that includes all people and recognizes their inherent value.
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Drunk Black History Show Celebrates Black Music Month in Irving, TX
Comedian Brandon Collins is bringing his critically acclaimed Drunk Black History show to the Punch Line Irving to celebrate Black Music Month, Black History, and Black Excellence, featuring a lineup of comedians, podcasters, writers, and experts who will hilariously recount the stories of overlooked figures and moments in Black history.
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Jazmin Darjean Is Building a Seat at the Table and Pulling Others Up With Her
Jazmin Darjean, the first Black woman to serve as SMU’s student body president, is committed to connecting the campus to the Dallas community and ensuring that all students are heard and represented.
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Celebrating Claudette Colvin: Why Knowing Our History Matters
Families, churches, and faith communities are working to ensure that Black history is taught and celebrated, as it is essential for children to know where they come from and to have a strong sense of cultural pride.
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Hip Hop Caucus Expands Its Activism With Documentary ‘#WhileBlack’
#WhileBlack, a documentary exploring racial justice in the age of social media, will have its world premiere at SXSW in Austin on March 13, examining the human cost of viral footage and the intersection of race, technology and accountability.
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Turning Pages and Building Futures: McDonald’s Marks 10 Years of the African American Read-In in Arlington
The Dallas chapter of the National Black McDonald’s Owner Operators Association celebrated the 10th anniversary of its annual African American Read-In with a family-centered event at McDonald’s, promoting literacy and providing free books, Happy Meals, and photo opportunities with Grimace.
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Truth, Humor and History: Michael Harriot Brings Black AF History to Dallas
Michael Harriot’s book Black AF History was discussed at a Texas Organizing Project event, where the importance of reclaiming Black history and organizing for the future was emphasized.
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ABC Wraps Month-long Campaign Screening Thousands for Heart Risks Nationwide
The Association of Black Cardiologists is urging renewed attention to the disparities in cardiovascular health that continue to affect Black Americans, despite overall cardiovascular deaths declining nationwide, and has launched the Cardiovascular Desert Initiative to provide education and access to care in areas with limited or no cardiologists.
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W.E.B. DuBois and William Monroe Trotter: Two Titans of Civil Rights
W.E.B. DuBois and William Monroe Trotter were both early advocates for African American civil rights, with Trotter founding the Boston Guardian newspaper and the National Equal Rights League, and DuBois founding the NAACP and the Niagara Movement.
