The Only Black, All-Female Unit to Serve Overseas in World War II Receives the Congressional Gold Medal Sgt. Hilda P Griggs was a member of the 6888th WWII Army Women's Postal Battalion. She was born in Delair, NJ, and graduated from Palmyra / Pennsauken HS. We are commemorating her service with the placement of a […]
In-Person Event | May 18, 2025 | 3:00 p.m. EST | Free New Jersey’s First “Six Triple Eight Day” Ceremony to honor 27 NJ African American women for WWII service Allentown, NJ. On Sunday, May 18, 2025 beginning at 3 pm New Jersey will, for the first time, officially honor the 27 African American women […]
Memphis Area Branch Meetings will beheld Quarterly or as needed- Virtually, Hybrid and in-person.
Hybrid Event | May 24, 2025 | 10:15 a.m. EST / 9:15 a.m. CST The James Weldon Johnson Branch Meeting is a hybrid event: In-Person at Jacksonville Urban League and Online Via Zoom. Meeting ID: 870 7796 4847 Passcode: 069622
Webinar | May 29, 2025 | 3:00 p.m. EST to 4:30 p.m. EST Although the National Park Service (NPS) is often thought of as a straightforward preservation agency, it is […]
The Friends of Moses Hall are excited to announce the premiere of Help Us to Help Each Other Lord: The Story of Morningstar Tabernacle on June 3, 2025, at Round House Theatre in Bethesda, MD. This documentary celebrates the legacy of the historic Morningstar Moses Cemetery and Hall. We invite all local historians, preservationists, and community members to help spread the word.
Online via Zoom | June 5, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. EST to 12:00 p.m. EST The Institute for Critical Race & Ethnic Studies and EmpowerED K-16 Collaborative at St. John’s University are co-hosting a virtual CR-SE Forum titled, “Teaching During Turmoil: Implementing CR-SE in Spring 2025”
Executive Council Meeting Saturday June 7, 2025 2:00 pm – 4:00pm EST This meeting will be held in person. Details will be emailed for all members who RSVP by June […]
In-Person Event | June 7, 2025 | 11:00 a.m. EST to 2:00 p.m. EST This tour will discuss the theme of the unique Black perspective of “building family” and how […]
In-Person Event | June 12, 2025 | 6:00 p.m. EST | Free Join the Philadelphia Heritage and PhilaMontco Branches of ASALH for the opening reception of the exhibit Voices of […]
In-Person Event | June 14 through August 23, 2025 | 3:00 p.m. CST Learn the history they don’t want you to know. The W. M. Dulaney Branch of ASALH invites […]
In-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 […]
HOUSTON, TX – April 29, 2025 – The Buffalo Soldiers National Museum (BSNM) proudly announces Juneteenth @160: U.S. Colored Troops' Call to Freedom | Our Journey to Progress, a dynamic three-day community celebration […]
In-Person Event | June 19, 2025 | 11:00 a.m. EST | Open to the public This Thursday is the Juneteenth National Holiday. The African American Civil War Memorial in Northwest Washington, DC, will host a program commemorating this observance at the site, Vermont and U Streets, NW. Carter G. Woodson's Branch member, Judy Williams, will […]
In-Person Event | June 19, 2025 | 6:30 p.m. CST
As 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.
Screening of the film "10,000 Black Men Named George" in celebration of the 100th Anniversary of the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters & Maids Reception: 1:00 pm Screening: 2:00 pm 3:45 pm: Post Screening Discussion with director: Robert Townsend and Dr. Terrell J.A. Winder a sociologist at UC Santa Barbara, whose teaching and research, brings […]
In-Person Event | June 27 through June 29, 2025 We welcome our community for a transformative gathering honoring the life, work, and enduring spirit of Lucille Clifton and the Clifton Family. Join us for All of My Bones Remember, a three-day series of programs that weave together memory, legacy, and lineage. Events include panels, intimate discussions, communal activations, […]
In-Person Event | June 28, 2025 | 12:00 p.m. EST Join us at the Anacostia Park Skating Pavilion for the first Late Skate of the season! Kick off your summer with free fun for all—including free skate rentals, music, dancing, fishing, games, and community resources. Guests will also learn about events celebrating the 150th anniversary […]
In-Person Event | June 28, 2025 | 5:30 p.m. EST The James Weldon Johnson Branch of ASALH will celebrate its 30th Anniversary and commemorate the 154th birthday of James Weldon Johnson on Saturday, June 28, 2025. The branch is honored to have as our guest speaker the National President of the Association for the Study […]
In-Person Event | June 29, 2025 | 9:00 a.m. EST
Online via Zoom | June 30, 2025 | 1:00 p.m. EST/ 12:00 p.m. CST Network to Freedom Webinar Join from PC, Mac, iPad, or Android: https://asalh.zoom.us/j/89071061959?pwd=Pmqy5wVLp1NYeltRw4nlNwOKFeQ1iE.1 Passcode:616899 Phone one-tap: +19292056099,,89071061959#,,,,*616899# US (New York) +16469313860,,89071061959#,,,,*616899# US Join via audio: +1 929 205 6099 US (New York) +1 646 931 3860 US +1 305 224 1968 US […]
In-Person Event | Saturday July 5, 2025 | 11:00 a.m. EST Frederick Douglass’s speech “What to the Slave Is the Fourth of July?” continues to challenge and resonate with audiences, considering the meaning of “liberty and justice for all”. This year, celebrate American Independence with us on July 5 at Frederick Douglass National Historic Site. […]
Martha's Vineyard Branch Business Meeting July 16, 2025 1:00 p.m. EST In-Person Event @ Edgartown Public Library
Recorded Digital Event | Wednesday, July 16, 2025 | 1:00 p.m. EST/12:00 p.m. CST For AACRN (African American Civil Rights Network) and ASALH members who would like to learn more about how to join the Reconstruction Era National Historic Network and partnerships between AACRN and the Reconstruction Era Network. The network facilitates and reviews Reconstruction […]
Online Via Zoom | Thursday July 17, 2025 | 7:00 p.m. EST/6:00 p.m. CST Join President Kaye Wise Whitehead, Executive Director Sylvia Cyrus, other ASALH officers, and members of the National Membership Committee for an important update. This session will provide important information for branch officers, members, and those interested in efficient ASALH branches. Upcoming […]
Save the Date for AAAM 2025. Charleston, SC
Online Via Zoom | Wednesday July 23, 2025 | 7:00 p.m. EST/6:00 p.m. CST All ASALH Branch members and ASALH Institutional Members interested in details about the ASALH Freedom Schools and the application process for funding are invited to attend this meeting.
Live Digital Event | Wednesday, July 23, 2025 | 7:00 p.m. EST/6:00 p.m. CST ASALH Tampa Bay 2025 Lecture Series Overview The Tampa Bay chapter of the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH) is proud to launch its 2025 Lecture Series. Rooted in the legacy of Dr. Carter G. Woodson, […]
Saturday, July 26, 2025 | Concord, MA | Living History Encampment of the 54th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry What: Travel back in time on Saturday, July 26, with a powerful living history event at The Robbins House, featuring members of the 54th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry, the first officially recognized Black regiment in the Union Army. Visitors will explore authentic tent encampments, […]
In-Person Event | July 26, 2025 | Starting at 11:00 a.m. EST Doors open at 11 a.m. Admission Donation $10.00 Souvenir Booklet $5.00 Self-Guided Tour
ASALH PhilaMontco Branch Meetings Schedule and Locations Sunday, January 26, 2025- Black History Month Proclamation Ceremony (Arcadia University) February 1, 2025- Black Ballerina Community Screening and Recruitment Fair Sunday, March 23, 2025- Women’s History Month (Bala Cynwyd Library) Sunday, April 27, 2025- Business Meeting (virtual) Thursday, June 12, 2025- Voices of the Community Opening Ceremony […]
Live Digital Event | July 29, 2025 | 7:00 p.m. EST/6:00 p.m. CST
In-Person Event | July 30, 2025 | 4:00 p.m. EST A'Lelia Bundles is an award-winning journalist and the great-great-granddaughter of Madam C.J. Walker. Ms. Bundles will present her newest biography, entitled Joy Goddess, and share the scintillating story of the pioneering glamour and cultural patronage of her great-grandmother, after whom she was named, the hair-care […]
In-Person Event | August 9, 2025 | 1:00 p.m. CST ASALH Monthly Meetings Resume! Join us as we continue our mission to research, preserve, and share the rich history of Black life, culture, and contributions—locally and nationally. Meeting Resume: Saturday, August 9, 2025 Saturday's meeting is via Zoom - email [email protected] for the link Continue Every […]
In-Person Event | August 9, 2025 | 2:00 p.m. EST To ensure everyone is informed and engaged in the planning process for the Conference, particularly our Founders Day Program, we […]
In-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 […]
Online Via Zoom | August 18 through 21, 2025 Join us in learning about the impressive work of the second cohort of ACE Mellon Humanities Postdoctoral Fellows! Hear firsthand from each Fellow as they share their research journeys, reflections, and key takeaways. Highlights will include insights from their community engagement efforts, Tribal and descendant consultations, […]
In-Person Event | August 18, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. EST to 1:00 p.m. EST Back by Popular Demand!! Join us Monday, August 18, 2025 @ 10:00 AM at The Mariposa Museum 57 Circuit Avenue Oak Bluffs MA 02557 NO REFUNDS. All Sales are final. Brunch Buffet Performances Meet the Authors Private Book Signing Join us […]
Live Digital Event | August 21, 2025 | 7:00 p.m. EST/6:00 p.m. CST The Tampa Bay Branch of ASALH is pleased to invite you to attend the second event in our distinguished lecture series, titled “The Crisis of Black Male Education: Challenges and Opportunities.” This session will be held via Zoom on Thursday, August 21st, […]
In-Person Event | Saturday, August 23, 2025 | 8:00 a.m. EST August 23, 2025, Sankofa IMPACT, Inc. will host the "Uncharted Waters: Dimensions of the TransAtlantic Slave Trade & Prince George's County - Conference and Community Conversation," at the University of Maryland-College Park, Stamp Student Union. The draft program and speaker lineup can be seen […]
Webinar | August 23, 2025 | 7:00 p.m. EST Since 2012, the Middle Passage Ceremonies and Port Markers Project (MPCPMP) has observed the United Nations-designated International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and Its Abolition. This year is no exception, as we host a remarkable conversation between two scholars and historians: Marcus Rediker, author and […]
In-Person Event | August 24, 2025 | 5:00 p.m. EST Please join us in honoring the recipients of the 2025 ASALH MV Distinguished Achievers Award: Kahina Van Dyke, owner of the Inkwell Haven Hospitality Family and co-founder of the MV Juneteenth Jubilee celebration, Roger Schilling, owner of the not-to-be missed "C'est la Vie" retail store, […]
In-Person and Online Events | August 28 through 31, 2025 What: In honor of Emmett Louis Till’s life and legacy, the 70th Anniversary Commemoration events are hosted by the Emmett Till Legacy Foundation (ETLF) in partnership with the Emmett Till Justice for Families and Till Legacy Family members. Jackson, MS, and surrounding areas - This […]
In-Person Event | August 30, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. EST The James Weldon Johnson Branch of ASALH will have a table, and members and friends will be sign-waving. The public is invited. 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Community Door Knocking | Café Resistance Bookstore, 5007 Soutel Dr., Jacksonville, FL 32208 1:00 PM – 5:00 […]
In-Person Event | August 30, 2025 | 4:30 p.m. EST | FREE Come join us at "Poetry, Paintings & Percussion - Mixin' It Up!" (formerly titled "Poetry, Music & Art - Mixin' It […]
In-Person and Livestreamed Event | August 31, 2025 | 9:00 a.m. EST
Live Digital Event | Monday, September 1, 2025 | 6 p.m. EST/ 5 p.m. CST/ 4 p.m. MST/ 3 p.m. PST All individuals who are presenting at the conference are encouraged to attend. Gus Woods, the Academic Program Chair, and Vice President for Programs Aaisha Haykal will review important information regarding sessions. All session presenters, […]
