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Poster Sessions
Omni William Penn Hotel 530 William Penn Pl, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
Carter G. Woodson Luncheon
Omni William Penn Hotel 530 William Penn Pl, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
ASALH Film Festival: Fences (2016)
Omni William Penn Hotel 530 William Penn Pl, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesTroy Maxson (Denzel Washington) makes his living as a sanitation worker in 1950s Pittsburgh. Maxson once dreamed of becoming a professional baseball player, but was deemed too old when the major leagues began admitting black athletes. Bitter over his missed opportunity, Troy creates further tension in his family when he squashes his son's (Jovan Adepo) chance to meet a college football recruiter.
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An Efficient Womenhood
Omni William Penn Hotel 530 William Penn Pl, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
The Life, Thought, & Activism of William Strickland
Omni William Penn Hotel 530 William Penn Pl, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
Black Resistance and Arts Across Time & Space
Embassy Suites by Hilton Pittsburgh Downtown 535 Smithfield St, Pittsburgh, United StatesJoin us for a discussion on Black Resistance and Arts Across Time & Space in Grant, 2nd floor of Embassy Suites at 2:05 pm. Dr. Lisa Brock will speak on […]
A Soulful Urge: A Conversation about Black artistic expression in and beyond our National Parks
Omni William Penn Hotel 530 William Penn Pl, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
Necrology (Remembrance) Program
Omni William Penn Hotel 530 William Penn Pl, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesThe event is free and open to the public but registration is highly recommended. Omni William Penn Hotel, William Penn level, Three Rivers room
Guided Tour of August Wilson: The Writer’s Landscape
August Wilson African American Cultural Center 980 Liberty Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesThe event is open to those registered for the conference. About: Experience an immersive guided tour through The Writer's Landscape, the first permanent exhibition honoring Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright August Wilson. […]
Friday Night In Reception
Omni William Penn Hotel 530 William Penn Pl, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
ASALH Film Festival: Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom (2020)
Omni William Penn Hotel 530 William Penn Pl, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesTensions rise when trailblazing blues singer Ma Rainey and her band gather at a recording studio in Chicago in 1927.
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ASALH Film Festival: Black Scranton Project: Preserving African American History in Northeastern PA
Omni William Penn Hotel 530 William Penn Pl, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesThe Black Scranton Project exposes our community to the historic narratives of the African American community of Scranton, PA and cultivates awareness and unity through arts and public history.
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ASALH Film Festival: The Light of Truth: Richard Hunt’s Monument to Ida B. Wells
Omni William Penn Hotel 530 William Penn Pl, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesThe film weaves together the stories of Richard Hunt's life, his fabrication of the Light of Truth monument, and Ida B. Wells' heroic fight for justice as told by her great-granddaughter, Michelle Duster.
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John Blassingame Luncheon
Omni William Penn Hotel 530 William Penn Pl, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
The ASALH Freedom School Plan
Omni William Penn Hotel 530 William Penn Pl, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
ASALH Film Festival: Tracing Our Path Through Bronzeville (2023)
Omni William Penn Hotel 530 William Penn Pl, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesThe Bronzeville neighborhood in Chicago has been a creative hub that cultivated the artistry of some of the most influential artists and authors of the twentieth century. To name a few, Margaret Burroughs, Richard Wright, William Walker, Gwendolyn Brooks, and members from AfriCOBRA have all established a creative foundation in Bronzeville.
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Hollywood and Black Histories
Omni William Penn Hotel 530 William Penn Pl, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
Awards Banquet
Omni William Penn Hotel 530 William Penn Pl, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesMusic critics rate Roger as one of the most exciting percussionists in the business. He has provided the rhythmic beat for such greats as Ray Charles Horace Silver, Richard "Groove" Holmes, Stanley Turrentine, James Moody, Lee Morgan and the list goes on and on.
VIP August Wilson Tour
Omni William Penn Hotel 530 William Penn Pl, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesExplore Pittsburgh and learn about the life and works of August Wilson!
National History Day Webinar
Virtual via ZoomNational History Day®: Building Long-Term Partnerships for Educational Impact National History Day (NHD), a nonprofit organization committed to advancing the teaching and learning of history, is excited to partner with Richard Josey of Collective Journeys to foster a lasting and impactful collaboration that supports the next generation of learners and critical thinkers. Our shared mission […]
Giving Tuesday
This year, we’re raising money for Woodson Ambassadors. But why support ASALH today? ASALH’s 2024 #GivingTuesday campaign is dedicated to increasing Woodson Ambassadors for next year’s Annual Conference. We want to inspire, support and develop the next generation of Black historians, social scientists, scholars and educators. Our goal is to raise sufficient funds to pay […]
Annual Carter G. Woodson Birthday Commemoration
Dunbar High School 101 N Street NW, Washington, DC, United StatesJoin the National Park Service to celebrate Dr. Carter G. Woodson’s 149th birthday and legacy during an event at Dunbar High School. Featured guests include keynote speaker, Dr. Pero Dagbovie, the Finn Murphy Quartet, and the Kiamsha Youth Empowerment Organization. The event will take place on Saturday, December 14 at 2 p.m. and will showcase […]
Commemoration of the 149th Birthday of Dr. Carter G. Woodson/Holiday Celebration
Union Bethal African Methodist Episcopal Church 8615 Church Lane, Randallstown, MD, United States
Opening Ceremony and Culture for Service, Service for Humanity
ASALH TVJoin for a conversation highlighting the life and times of A. Philip Randolph, labor activist and freedom fighter. Randolph lived a life that embodied the message within “Culture for Service and Service for Humanity” the motto of Phi Beta Sigma, of which he was a member.
Pen to Screen: Writing and Telling Black History, A Conversation with Julian Breece and Valerie Maholmes
ASALH TVJulian Breece will discuss his career as writer-director, the development of the film, "Rustin" and the role history has played in shaping his work. Breece wrote the original screenplay for the Netflix original film "Rustin" about gay Civil Rights strategist Bayard Rustin and the March on Washington.
The Vice President’s Black Wife
ASALH TVJoin us for a conversation with Amrita Chakrabarti Myers about the interconnectedness of sex, gender, class, and economics during the antebellum period. Myers has recovered the riveting, troubling, and complicated story of Julia Ann Chinn (ca. 1796–1833), the enslaved wife of Richard M. Johnson, and US vice president under Martin Van Buren.
2025 ASALH Book Prize
ASALH TVThe winner(s) of the ASALH Book Prize will be announced on ASALH TV on February 11th at 6:00 p.m. EST.
The Reshaping of Racial Labor
ASALH TVThe implications and use of AI and GenAI has a pivotal impact on the lives and experiences of African Americans. Golden M. Owens will explore this through the lens of gender and labor.
Panel Discussion: President Grant: An Inclusive President
Prince Hall Masonic Temple 1000 U Street NW, Washington, DC, United States
PBS Books Conversation with Mary Frances Berry
ASALH TVPBS Books Conversation with Mary Frances Berry
February Executive Council Meeting
Shiloh Baptist Church 1500 Ninth Street, DC, United StatesCurrent ASALH members are invited to observe the February meeting of the ASALH Executive Council. RSVP here: https://asalh.org/calendar/asalh-executive-council-meeting-14/ Join Zoom Meeting https://asalh.zoom.us/j/99119819640?pwd=RnRaclF1cTlCRzU1Mk9CUzA0ckhjQT09 Meeting ID: 991 1981 9640 Passcode: 848299 One tap mobile +13017158592,,99119819640# US (Washington DC) +13126266799,,99119819640# US (Chicago) Dial by your location +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 […]
Black History Month Luncheon Author’s Book Signing Event
The Westin Washington, DC Downtown 999 9th Street, NW, Washington, DC, DC, United StatesEvent: Annual Black History Month Luncheon Date: February 22, 2025 Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. EST Theme: African Americans and Labor Location: The Westin Washington, DC Downtown This event is free and open to the public. Step into a celebration of Black brilliance at the ASALH Black History Month Festival Author’s Book Signing […]
The Annual Black History Month Luncheon
The Westin Washington, DC Downtown 999 9th Street, NW, Washington, DC, DC, United StatesThe 99th Annual Black History Month Luncheon will be held on February 22, 2025 in Washington, DC
Branch Officers Leadership Forum: Real Talk
VirtualDate: March 13, 2025 | 8:00 am - 9:30 pm EST Vice President Anita Shepherd will lead a forum that all branch officers should attend. Breakout rooms will support discussion with each of the 5 required branch officers to discuss best practices and the type of support that is needed. Branch presidents are asked to make […]
Call For Proposals – Early Bird Deadline
Submit a proposal for this year's Annual Conference!
First ASALH Virtual Convening
ZoomSave the date!
Coalition for African Americans in the Performing Arts (CAAPA) & ASALH Presents “LIFT!: Music and Black Labor Series”
CAAPA Cultural Center (CCC) 1900 Tucker Road, Fort Washington, MD, United States
Awards Submission Deadline
Submit a nomination for an ASALH Award
Executive Council Nominations Deadline – Class of 2028
Submit a nomination for the Executive Council Class of 2028
Coalition for African Americans in the Performing Arts (CAAPA) & ASALH Presents “LIFT!: Music and Black Labor Series”
CAAPA Cultural Center (CCC) 1900 Tucker Road, Fort Washington, MD, United States
ASALH Second National Convening: Beyond the First 100 Days
OnlineThe interest in this Convening has exceeded our expectations. To accommodate all who are interested, the program will be available on YouTube. Go to the AAPF Channel at 7 pm EST to participate. https://www.youtube.com/@aapolicyforum/streams The live program will be posted at 7 pm EST, not before. It was Angela Davis who taught us that freedom is […]
Gathering in Washington: A Walk from the John A. Wilson Building Steps to the NMAAHC
John A. Wilson Building 1350 PA Avenue (across from Freedom Plaza), WashingtonIn-Person Event | May 3, 2025 | 11:00 a.m. EST to 1:00 p.m. EST ASALH has partnered with the Freedom to Learn Network—a coalition of civil rights organizations including the African American Policy Forum, the National Urban League, the National Council of Negro Women, the Legal Defense Fund, the Lawyer’s Committee, among many others—for the […]
Coffee and Convo with the President and Vice Presidents
OnlineCoffee and Convo with the President and Vice Presidents Thursday, May 15, 2025 7:00 p.m. EST/6:00 p.m. CST Live Digital Event All ASALH members are invited to attend this gathering to receive updates on ASALH and share information with President Whitehead, Vice President for Membership, and Vice President for Programs. Branch officers are encouraged to […]
Coalition for African Americans in the Performing Arts (CAAPA) & ASALH Presents “LIFT!: Music and Black Labor Series”
CAAPA Cultural Center (CCC) 1900 Tucker Road, Fort Washington, MD, United States
Meet ASALH President Kaye Wise Whitehead at Morehouse College
Morehouse College 830 Westview Dr. SW, Atlanta, GA, United StatesIn-Person Event | June 18, 2025 | 6:30 p.m. EST Join us at Morehouse College to hear from ASALH President Kaye Wise Whitehead. She and Executive Director Sylvia Cyrus will share information on ASALH's upcoming events and initiatives that will be of interest to all. ASALH has a number of initiatives and programs to support […]
Third National Convening “Staying Awake During the Great Revolution: Community, Culture, and a Call to Action”
OnlineAs we continue to plan out our programming, we are delighted to announce our Third National Convening “Staying Awake During the Great Revolution: Community, Culture, and a Call to Action” scheduled for Juneteenth (June 19) from 7 pm - 8:30 pm EST. This is our Save the Date – stand by to receive additional information.
AAPF x ASALH THIRD NATIONAL CONVENING: Beyond Dog Whistles: How Anti-Blackness is Destroying Our Democracy And What We Must Do to Resist
Union Chapel 55 Narragansett Avenue, Oak Bluffs, MA, United StatesIn-Person and Livestreamed Sunday, August 10, 2025 | 5:00 p.m. EST - 4:00 p.m. CST Union Chapel Oak Bluffs, Martha’s Vineyard Our residency on Martha’s Vineyard begins on Sunday! In addition to our Monday panel, AAPF is partnering on Sunday with the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH) for their timely […]