The Center for Civil Rights History and Research at the University of South Carolina Conference: “Where Do We Go From Here?”: Interpreting and Preserving the African American Civil Rights Movement.

The Center for Civil Rights History and Research at the University of South Carolina University of South Carolina, SC, United States

In partnership with the National Park Service, the Center for Civil Rights History and Research at the University of South Carolina is hosting an inaugural conference, “Where Do We Go From Here?”: Interpreting and Preserving the African American Civil Rights Movement. Dates: October 17th - 19th, 2024. The three-day conference promises a rich and diverse […]

The Life of a Poet Featuring Celebrated Poet and Essayist Camonghne Felix in Conversation with Kyle Dargan

Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC, United States

Historian Kate Masur Discusses her New Book in Conversation with Maya Davis Freedom Was in Sight! A Graphic History of Reconstruction in the Washington, D.C., Region was commissioned through a partnership with the National Park Service and the Organization of American Historians, the leading professional organization for U.S. history. Over the course of nearly two hundred […]

Speaker Series | Reflections on the Contributions of African American Women in World War II

The President Woodrow Wilson House 2340 S St NW, Washington, DC, United States

Join us for a special viewing of the documentary film, INVISIBLE WARRIORS: African American Women in World War II. This film illuminates the wartime challenges and triumphs of 600,000 Black “Rosie the Riveters,” pioneers, who courageously triumphed over racism and sexism to create job opportunities in industry and government for themselves and future generations of […]

Annual Business Meeting

Online via Zoom

Annual Business Meeting Monday, October 21st, 2024 7:30-9:30 p.m EST/6:30-8:30 p.m. CST. The Sept 23 Annual Members business meeting was recessed until October 21 at 7:30 p.m. Please take a few minutes to review the proposed changes to the Constitution and By-Laws and submit any questions on the Members Private page.  The zoom webinar information […]

Join Us for A Conversation: Revitalization & Culture

Virtual via Zoom

Last year, the African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund gathered with donors, activists, experts, and partners for the 2023 Cultural Preservation Leadership Summit held at the Ford Foundation's Center for Social Justice in New York City. Throughout 2024 we will be rebroadcasting those conversations for the public. To sign up for the webinar mailing list […]

SAVE THE DATE: Karson Institute Fourth-Year Anniversary

Loyola University Maryland MD, United States

Founded on October 28, 2020, the Karson Institute for Race, Peace & Social Justice provides a scholarly space for professors, students, social justice workers, and activists to come together to research, discuss, debate, and explore answers to America’s most urgent questions on inequality, injustice, and racial inequity. We know that as a nation, we are […]

The Office of Water Black Employment Program (BEP) Invites You to Attend The: 2024 Veterans Day Observance

Virtual via Teams

“Heroes of Montford Point: A Legacy of Triumph and Honor!” To commemorate 2024 Veterans Day Observance, on Tuesday, Nov. 12 at 12:00 p.m. ET., our guest speaker Dr. Anthony Cade, II – retired United States Marine and military historian – will lead an illuminating presentation supporting the remembrance of our Veterans for all time for […]

Department of the Interior Webinar: “On Freedom’s Tenuous Edge: Gettysburg’s African American Community Before, During, and Immediately After the Campaign and Battle”

Virtual

Join us via webinar in a free Department of the Interior Library Park Ranger Speaker Series lecture entitled "On Freedom’s Tenuous Edge: Gettysburg’s African American Community Before, During, and Immediately After the Campaign and Battle" on Tuesday, November 12th from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm ET. Despite all that has been written about the July […]

National History Day Webinar

Virtual via Zoom

National 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 […]

New York Bound: Bronzeville The Musical Set for Historic Debut at the Apollo Theater on November 16th and 17th

The Apollo's Historic Theater 253 W 125th St, New York City, NY, United States

New York Bound: Bronzeville The Musical Set for Historic Debut at the Apollo Theater on November 16th and 17th A Soul-Stirring Tribute to Faith, Legacy, and Courage Highlighting the Rich History of Bronzeville, Chicago   Chicago, September 5th, 2024 — The Mahdi Theatre Company is proud to announce its upcoming performances of Bronzeville, The Musical, a […]

New York Bound: Bronzeville The Musical Set for Historic Debut at the Apollo Theater on November 16th and 17th

The Apollo's Historic Theater 253 W 125th St, New York City, NY, United States

New York Bound: Bronzeville The Musical Set for Historic Debut at the Apollo Theater on November 16th and 17th A Soul-Stirring Tribute to Faith, Legacy, and Courage Highlighting the Rich History of Bronzeville, Chicago   Chicago, September 5th, 2024 — The Mahdi Theatre Company is proud to announce its upcoming performances of Bronzeville, The Musical, a […]

ASALH James Weldon Johnson Branch Veterans Day Program

903 West Union Street Jacksonville, Florida 32203 903 West Union Street, Jacksonville, FL, United States

In person and online via Zoom. Zoom link: Meeting ID: 870 7796 4847, Passcode : 069622

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 States

Join 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 […]

Atlanta ASALH Branch Meeting

Shrine of the Black Madonna Cultural Center 946 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd SW, Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Atlanta ASALH Branch Meeting: Meet the Executive Director and ASALH staff! Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM EST   Shrine of the Black Madonna Cultural Center 946 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd SW Atlanta GA 30310   Parking in rear.

ASALH Memphis Branch Dr. Carter G. Woodson Commemoration

5340 Norma Road 5340 Norma Road, Memphis, TN, United States

The Memphis Branch of ASALH will be celebrating an Annual Dr. Carter G. Woodson Commemoration Celebration at East Trigg Baptist Church at 1315 South Bellevue Blvd., Memphis, Tennessee 38106 beginning at 11:30 A.M. This year's subject: "REMEMBRANCE & REMORSE". This event is free and open to the public. Information will focus on historical, cultural educational […]

ASALH Executive Council Meeting

Online via Zoom

Executive Council Meeting Thursday, December 19, 2024 7:00 p.m. EST This meeting will be held online via Zoom. Access will be provided to ASALH members who request it. Requests to observe the meeting must be made using this form.

ASALH Prince George’s County Truth Branch

Oxon Hill Branch Library 6200 Oxon Hill Road, Oxon Hill, MD, United States

You are invited to join the Prince George's County Truth Branch, Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH) as we honor and celebrate our Founder, Dr. Carter G. Woodson, on his birthday. Please meet us at the Oxon Hill Library on Saturday December 21, 1:30 pm. Political scientist and educator Dr. […]