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Why your cultural heritage awareness is healthy

Hakim Abdul-Ali — Mon, 05 Dec 2016 09:02:39 +0000

The Arthur Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture in Harlem is a must-visit for any and all seekers of knowledge about the African Diaspora. Mr.Schomburg's pursuit of same should serve as an inspiration for everyone including Africans, Latinos, Puerto Ricans, West Indians, African-Americans and others to do likewise.

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With sorrow Gwen Ifill, Journalist

Ronald Bunn — Thu, 17 Nov 2016 16:34:41 +0000

Gwendolyn L. "Gwen" Ifill was American journalist, television newscaster, and author. She was the Moderator and Managing Editor of Washington Week and co-anchor and co-managing editor of PBS.

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The National Museum of African American History

Sabura Rashid — Sat, 12 Nov 2016 08:54:40 +0000

Well, it’s about time. What an amazing place! As a student of Africana history, I have anxiously awaited the opening of this important institution and

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Bridget (Biddy) Mason

Ronald Bunn — Sun, 07 Feb 2016 11:38:47 +0000

From left to right – Astronauts Stephanie Wilson, Joan Higginbotham, Mae Jemison, Yvonne Cagle and Fighter Pilot Shawna Kimbrell

Ronald Bunn — Sun, 07 Feb 2016 09:58:35 +0000

The Schomburg Center – “Digging Up the Past: A History of the Schomburg Center”

Ronald Bunn — Thu, 04 Feb 2016 19:11:55 +0000

February 5, 2016 – May 31, 2016 515 Malcolm X Boulevard 917 – 275 6975 New York The Schomburg Center is the world’s leading institution

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Dr. John Henrik Clarke’s “Words to the Wise”

Ronald Bunn — Mon, 01 Feb 2016 05:01:24 +0000

Arthur A. Schomburg — Founder of the Schomburg Research Library in Harlem

Ronald Bunn — Sun, 20 Dec 2015 21:57:12 +0000

(January 24, 1874 – June 8, 1938). Bro. Arthur A. Schomburg (Prince Hall Lodge No. 38) Prince Hall. Sonia Sanchez: “My First Visit to the

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The First Book Published by an African-American: Poet Phillis Wheatley (ca. 1754-1784)

Ive — Mon, 30 Nov 2015 11:34:59 +0000

Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture Manuscripts, Archives and Rare Books Division 515 Malcolm X Boulevard (917) 275-6975 Harlem Phillis Wheatley (ca. 1754-1784) was

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Ada ‘Bricktop’ Smith and Dorothy Donegan

Ronald Bunn — Thu, 19 Nov 2015 18:09:06 +0000

Ada ‘Bricktop’ Smith (August 14,1894-January 31st 1984). St. Louis Blues (1970) Bricktop and Dorothy Donegan–“Miss Otis Regrets” Interested in reading more about ‘Bricktop’: http://www.wmagazine.com/fashion/2012/10/bricktop-aka-ada-beatrice-queen-victoria-louise-virginia-smith/

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Boston’s Trotter Institute: Looking to 2020

Barbara B. Lewis — Wed, 21 Oct 2015 09:06:00 +0000

Boston is a port city with over fifty universities inside its borders, many of them world famous. This is a magnetic draw for the ambitious

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“Who is Gil Scott-Heron?” plus Interview

Ronald Bunn — Fri, 09 Oct 2015 15:09:42 +0000

We learn why the “Revolution Will Not Be Televised” poet Gill Scot-Heron (April 1, 1949 – May 27, 2011) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rdqLAeyqVr8

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Dorothy Donegan at the White House

Ronald Bunn — Sun, 16 Aug 2015 15:20:21 +0000

I remember seeing Dorothy Donegan several times performing a number of times (downtown NYC), in the 1990s — she was an aging super talented jazz

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Photographer Gordon Parks

Ronald Bunn — Wed, 08 Jul 2015 06:44:23 +0000

88 year old photographer, composer, and filmmaker Gordon Parks (November 30, 1913 – March 8, 2007) is interviewed by Charlie Rose.

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Mahalia Jackson, Her Funeral and Interview

Ronald Bunn — Sun, 05 Jul 2015 15:02:05 +0000

Here are a couple of short stories from Mahalia Jackson (October 26, 1911 – January 27, 1972) and Her Funeral

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Contralto Singer Marian Anderson

Ronald Bunn — Sat, 04 Jul 2015 04:07:27 +0000

(17 Feb. 1897-8 Apr. 1993) sings the Star Spangled Banner” 1942, Lincoln Memorial 1939. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-VXtjDx3u3Q&feature=youtu.be

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John Henrik Clarke discusses Booker T. Washington

Ronald Bunn — Wed, 24 Jun 2015 14:19:17 +0000

"Death in 60 Days: Who Silenced Booker T. Washington?

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Paul Robeson: “Here I Stand”

Ronald Bunn — Tue, 23 Jun 2015 14:54:09 +0000

This film is my first real exposure to Paul Robeson. While in college, a professor loaned me an LP containing many spirituals recorded by Paul

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Art of Romare Bearden

Ronald Bunn — Thu, 18 Jun 2015 04:38:25 +0000

If you’re not familiar with the works of Romare Bearden, here is a wonderful perspective of some of his works “Black Sureality“. Enjoy this wonderful

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Salute to Arturo A. Schomburg

Ronald Bunn — Wed, 17 Jun 2015 14:03:45 +0000

“The 2015 Puerto Rican Day Parade Honors Arturo Schomburg, founder of The Schomburg Research Library Center.

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Drummers “Babatunde Olatunji” and Max Roach

Ronald Bunn — Wed, 17 Jun 2015 05:55:40 +0000

I have combined performances of “Babatunde Olatunji” (April 7, 1927 – April 6, 2003) and Max Roach (1924–2007) for two reasons. Firstly, it’s often heard in Jazz circles

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André Watts

Ronald Bunn — Tue, 16 Jun 2015 10:10:37 +0000

André Watts gives a brief interview at the end of the concert.

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WBLS 107.5’s Frankie Crocker

Ronald Bunn — Sat, 13 Jun 2015 02:04:35 +0000

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UOmut8lehqE&feature=youtu.be

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26th Tribute to Our Ancestors of the Middle Passage

Ronald Bunn — Fri, 12 Jun 2015 17:23:02 +0000

Saturday, June 13th, from Noon to Sun Down 17th Street and the Boardwalk, Coney Island Brooklyn The People of the Sun Middle Passage will be holding

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BB King Rest in Peace

Ronald Bunn — Sat, 16 May 2015 08:34:57 +0000

Better Not Look Down, written by Will Jennings & Joe Sample, can be found also on the The Crusaders’ Royal Jam album. (Joe Sample‘s distinguishable piano style is

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The Lasting Legacy of Dr. John L.S. Hollomon, Jr.

Ronald Bunn — Fri, 17 Apr 2015 18:17:32 +0000

Saturday, April 18th, 2015, 2:00pm – 5:00pm Harlem Hospital Center Atrium THE HARLEM CULTURAL ARCHIVES 506 Lenox Avenue (136th St.) Manhattan Dignitaries Attending: Former Mayor David N. Dinkins,

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Dr. Yosef Ben-Jochannan Has Joined The Ancestors

Abiodun Oyewole — Sat, 04 Apr 2015 03:32:06 +0000

Dr. Yosef A.A. ben-Jochannan, better known as Dr. Ben joined the ancestors, passing the torch of Africana studies. His life’s work was rooted in dispelling

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Stranger on Earth

Odehyah Gough-Israel — Wed, 25 Feb 2015 22:49:03 +0000

Harlem Stage: The Year of James Baldwin Tribute As part of a 14-month celebration of writing legend James Baldwin, Harlem Stage opened The Year

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Leo Holder Dancing Into The Light

Perri Gaffney — Wed, 11 Feb 2015 10:14:30 +0000

Celebrity children often live in the shadows of their famous kin. Media spotlights generally pit the high achievement of siblings against siblings, or parent against

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