The labor-intensive art of barbecuing meant that by the 18th century, African Americans who were enslaved were the go-to ...

OPINION: Watermelon symbolism reflects the struggles for freedom and fights against oppression for African-Americans and Palestinians. But the symbolism hits differently for Black Americans, who ...

HAMPTON, Va. (WAVY) – One of the 10 greatest trees in the world is still holding strong — and with a remarkable tale of strength to pair with it. The Emancipation Oak has more than 200 years of Black ...

Congressman Thomas R. Suozzi urged the Pentagon to reevaluate its beard-shaving policy, citing concerns for Sikh, Muslim, and ...

Rain falls softly through grumpy grayscale clouds on a Tuesday in early June, the kind that slows the day and sharpens every ...

Nestled just outside of Houston lies Kendleton — one of the first U.S. towns founded by freed slaves. Rooted in history, this ...

Braiding is more than a hairstyle. For generations, African American hair braiding styles have held deep cultural significance, telling stories of survival, status and self-expression. What may seem ...

Essay on the prevalance of blue beads recovered from African American archaeological sites, suggesting their importance in cultural practices and beliefs. Includes discussion of the ritual and social ...

Head to the Berkshires to see the Elizabeth Freeman Monument in Sheffield, Massachusetts. Installed in 2022, this 8-foot ...

Sports have played a vital role in African American culture, not only offering a source of entertainment but also serving as a powerful platform for advocacy and community unity. From breaking racial ...

WASHINGTON ‒ Adam Sanchez remembers tears streaming down a student’s face as his high school class left the lower level of the National Museum of African American History and Culture a few years ago. ...