Saturday, March 1st, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Annual Black History Bus Tour includes the Biddy Mason Wall, Sugar Hill, the Island, Central Avenue, Leimert Park and other locations throughout […]
Commemorate Black History Month with a special Ranger-guided tour of Fort Washington that focuses on the role of African Americans in the fort’s history. Examine the enslavement of people on the Digges’ plantation and the use of their labor in the construction of the fort, consider the importance of freedom seekers during the War of 1812 and the American Civil War, and appreciate the rise of African Americans in the US Army during the 19th and 20th centuries.
The Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) celebrates Women’s History Month by honoring Black women who spearheaded the fight for justice, equality and change. The museum […]
The Tuskegee Airmen were African American aviation pioneers who trained as combat pilots during World War II. However, the "Tuskegee Experience" encompassed more than just pilots; it included women of the Army Nurses Corps.
As a singer and songwriter, Rochelle Rice creates introspective and deeply profound live music experiences. Her brand of lyric-driven, heart-centered music has led to collaborations with the storied Sweet Honey in the Rock and the fiery and fierce behld.
