African-American history

Phylicia Rashad — Actor and Educator 2 min read

• African-American history
• Birthday

Phylicia Rashad — Actor and Educator

Ronald Bunn 2 years ago

Phylicia Rashad born Phylicia Ayers-Allen on June 19, 1948 in Houston Texas, is a renowned actress and singer. She graduated from Howard University with a... Read More

We mourn the passing of Willie Howard Mays Jr. on June 18, 2024 1 min read

• African-American history
• Sports
• Transitioned

We mourn the passing of Willie Howard Mays Jr. on June 18, 2024

Ronald Bunn 2 years ago

It is with great sadness that we mourn the passing of Willie Howard Mays Jr. on June 18, 2024 at the age of 93. He... Read More

Sutton Elbert Griggs, Baptist Minister 2 min read

• African-American history
• Birthday
• Religion

Sutton Elbert Griggs, Baptist Minister

Ronald Bunn 2 years ago

Sutton Elbert Griggs was a prominent African-American author, Baptist minister and social activist in late 19th and early 20th centuries. Born on June 19, 1872,... Read More

Ernest Crichlow, an American Artist 3 min read

• African-American history
• Art

Ernest Crichlow, an American Artist

Ronald Bunn 2 years ago

Ernest Crichlow was a prominent American social realist artist known for his powerful and thought-provoking works that captured the struggles and triumphs of African Americans.... Read More

Juneteenth and its significance in 2024 1 min read

• African-American history
• Publisher's Page

Juneteenth and its significance in 2024

Ronald Bunn 2 years ago

Juneteenth should hold a significant historical and cultural importance for all United States citizens. This holiday commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African-Americans in the United... Read More

James Weldon Johnson Civil Rights Activist 2 min read

• African-American history
• Education/Scholarship
• Media
• Music
• Writers/Authors

James Weldon Johnson Civil Rights Activist

Ronald Bunn 2 years ago

James Weldon Johnson was a prominent figure in American literature and civil rights activism during the early 20th century. Born on June 17, 1871, 1871,... Read More

Tupac Amaru Shakur 2 min read

• African-American history
• Birthday
• Hip Hop/Rap

Tupac Amaru Shakur

Ronald Bunn 2 years ago

Tupac Amaru Shakur, also known as 2Pac, was a highly influential American rapper, songwriter and actor. He is widely considered to be one of the... Read More

Erroll Garner’s Innovative Approach to playing the piano 3 min read

• African-American history
• Jazz

Erroll Garner’s Innovative Approach to playing the piano

Ronald Bunn 2 years ago

Erroll Garner, the legendary jazz pianist, was born on June 15, 1921 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. His unique and innovative approach to playing the piano has... Read More