Remember the Pearl! Commemorating the 175th Anniversary of An Historic Escape of Enslaved People from the Southwest DC Waterfront

April 15, 2023 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm EDT

ASALH: Association for the Study of African American Life and History

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ASALH Executive Council Member Dr. Zebulon Vance Miletsky will be speaking on a panel for the Conversations in Black Freedom Studies hosted by the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, New York Public Library May 2nd at 6:30 pm ET. The panel is titled:“Educational Injustice & The Struggle for Liberatory Education”People may watch it virtually. To do so, please register here: ... See MoreSee Less

CBFS: Educational Injustice & the Struggle for Liberatory Education

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Discover the history of the struggle for liberatory education and the unjust structures it seeks to dismantle.

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Texas Association of University Professors confirms at least 66 staff members terminated in DCCE mass firings ... See MoreSee Less

Texas Association of University Professors confirms at least 66 staff members terminated in DCCE mass firings

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The University fired 66 staff members in its mass firing on April 2, the president-elect of the Texas Conference of the American Association of University Professors confirmed at a joint press confere...

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ASALH: Association for the Study of African American Life and History

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Remembering the timeless legacy of BB King, the King of Blues. 🎶 His soulful music and unwavering spirit broke barriers and reshaped the landscape of African American music. #ASALH #BBKing #KnowYourBlackHistory ____Riley "BB" B. King, born in 1925 in Mississippi, was a legendary blues musician who profoundly influenced the landscape of American music. Renowned for his soulful voice and masterful guitar playing, King became known as the "King of the Blues." His innovative style, characterized by expressive guitar solos and heartfelt lyrics, revolutionized the genre and inspired generations of musicians. Beyond his musical contributions, BB King played a significant role in black history by breaking down racial barriers in the music industry. He achieved mainstream success during a time of deep-seated segregation and discrimination, paving the way for other black artists to gain recognition and respect. King's enduring legacy as a pioneer of blues music and a champion for racial equality cements his place as a crucial figure in both musical and black history. ... See MoreSee Less

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When life gives you lemons, wear a Richard Wright yellow tee and write your own story! Introducing our ASALH theme merch celebrating the arts with a colorful twist. Get ready to slay in style! 👕#ASALH #blackexcellence #AfricanAmericansAndTheArts ... See MoreSee Less

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Remember the Pearl! Commemorating the 175th Anniversary of An Historic Escape of Enslaved People from the Southwest DC Waterfront

Remember the Pearl! Commemorating the 175th Anniversary of An Historic Escape of Enslaved People from the Southwest DC Waterfront

April 15, 2023 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm EDT

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