Artist Norman Wilfred Lewis a Social Justice Artist Norman Wilfred Lewis was a prominent African-American painter, scholar and teacher. He along with fellow artists Romare Bearden and Ernest Crichlow sought to bring attention... Read More
African-American history
Billy Taylor — Jazz Musician, Composer, Educator & Artistic Director Billy Taylor, born on July 24 1921, was a highly respected figure in the world of jazz music. He was known not only for his... Read More
Henry Dumas “an absolute genius” writes Toni Morrison Henry Dumas was a prolific African-American writer and poet. His work continues to be celebrated for its unique voice and its powerful storytelling. Born on... Read More
James Victor Scott— hey, it’s all the way on your birthday James Victor Scott, better known in his earlier youthful years as “Little” Jimmy Scott, was a renowned jazz vocalist who made significant contributions to the... Read More
The vibrant “Harlem Renaissance” collection at the Met ★ ★ ★ ★ The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s “Harlem Renaissance and Transatlantic Modernism” collection is treasure trove of artistic and cultural significance. Highlights of this exhibition showcase a... Read More
Bill Withers — it’s a lovely Birthday today 2 min read Bill Withers, also known as William Harrison “Bill” Withers Jr., was a singer and musician who left a lasting impact on the music industry with... Read More
Thurgood Marshall — First African-American Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall was an outlier in the legal field and a champion for civil rights in the United States. Born on July 2, 1908, Marshall... Read More
Paul Laurence Dunbar — the caged birds sing “Happy Birthday” Paul Laurence Dunbar was a prominent African-American poet, novelist and short story writer who rose to fame in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.... Read More