


War On History
Dr. David A. Canton, Director of African American Studies at the University of Florida, critiques President Trump’s 2025 executive order to "restore truth" to American history. The order seeks to promote a "patriotic" version...

Join the April 30th Convening Here
Join the Convening via YouTube

The First 100 Days Matter
A letter from the ASALH President's desk

Norton Introduces Resolution Commemorating Historic Escape Attempt by Slaves in D.C. on Ship
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) has introduced a resolution honoring the 1848 slave escape aboard the schooner Pearl—the largest known escape of enslaved people in American history. Norton called the daring...

The Columbia Air Center – Determined to Fly Exhibition Preview Fundraiser
The Columbia Air Center – Determined to Fly Exhibition Preview Fundraiser will take place on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at the College Park Aviation Museum. Be among the first to explore this upcoming exhibition...

ASALH Magna Carta; Our North Star
Established at ASALH's First Virtual Convening

ASALH TO HOST FIRST VIRTUAL NATIONAL CONVENING
ASALH, the premier organization for the study of African American Life and History will host its first virtual national convening to discuss The Fierce Urgency of Now.

CBCF Executive Order Tracker: Understanding What’s at Stake for Black America
At the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF), we are closely monitoring a series of executive orders issued by the Trump Administration that we believe will have profound implications for Black Americans. These orders target...

Americans for the Arts Action Fund: Breaking New Updates Impacting the Arts & Culture
With current events constantly impacting the arts and culture field, this page serves as a dedicated hub where we will compile the latest updates, ensuring you to stay informed and engaged with the issues...