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The National Civil Rights Museum, located in Memphis, TN, explores the history of the Civil Rights Movement and its impact on our culture today. Plan your visit today.

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Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture

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Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture

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A People’s Journey, A Nation’s Story | National Museum of African American History and Culture

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In recognition of Black History Month, the New York State Museum offers the following educational resources and programs for classroom teachers, educators, and the public from our collections, exhibits, and research. Click the link below:
http://www.nysm.nysed.gov/programs/program-series/black-history-month

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African American Museum of Nassau County

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African American Museum of Nassau County

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The theme of this year’s Black History Month is - Black Health and Wellness. This theme not only recognizes the advancement of healthcare and wellness by African Americans throughout history, but encourages families to focus on their physical, emotional and mental health. How will you and your family celebrate Black History Month in 2022?

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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s famous “I Have A Dream” speech outlined his expectations, hopes, and dreams for America. Discuss with your family, what are your dreams for America?

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“Feeling Jazzy”: Jazz originated in the US in the late 19th and early 20th centuries and was developed by African Americans and includes various rhythms, harmonies, and improvisations. Please take a moment and listen to some influential musicians: Ella Fitzgerald, Louis Armstring, Duke Ellington, Miles Davis, and Billie Holiday

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Even when their own rights were not secure, African Americans have played a key role in the US Military. Please take some time to learn about the Tuskegee Airmen, Buffalo Soldiers, 54th Massachusetts.

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“Hold Court” - Throughout US History there have been several Supreme Court Cases and key legislation that has advanced the rights of African Americans. Some examples include but are not limited to: Brown v Board of Education (1954 and 1955), Bailey v Patterson (1962), Loving v Virginia (1967), 13th, 14th, 15th Amendments, Civil Right Acts (1871, 1875, 1957, 1960, 1964, 1968), Executive Order 10925.

How did the above impact the future development of the US?

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One of the historical figures highlighted was Katherine Johnson, famous mathematician and engineer. Watch her incredible story along with other influential figures. See the film, Hidden Figures.

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February marks Black History Month. How can we be sure to celebrate and honor the history and legacies all year?

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During the Civil Rights movement, many Americans—even those who wanted racial equality—believed that Dr. King’s tactics were aggressive and risky. The same can be said regarding the Black Lives Matter movement today; many Americans agreed with the eventual goal but not the bold tactics. According to a 1966 poll, two-thirds of Americans had an unfavorable view of MLK. And most Americans were opposed to the 1963 March on Washington that Dr. King led because they were afraid it would result in rioting. Historic moments of social change are not always popular at the time that they’re happening.

Are there similarities between the way people criticized the past Civil Rights movement and the way people criticize the current Black Lives Matter movement?

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The Harlem Renaissance was the "Golden Age" of African American music, literature, art and other cultural advancements. Click the link to learn more.

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Harlem Renaissance - Definition, Artists & How It Started | HISTORY

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The Harlem Renaissance marked a golden age in Black culture.

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Percy Julian was born in 1899 and was the grandson of former slaves. Although denied many academic and professional opportunities because he was African American, he became a trailblazer in the area of chemistry and medicine. Dr. Julian discovered how to extract sterols from soybean oils and synthesized hormones progesterone and testosterone. In addition, he invented Aero-Foam which was a product that used soy protein to put out oil and gas fires - this was used during World War II. He began his own laboratory and became one of the first Black millionaires in the US. Julian was also the first Black chemist elected to the National Academy of the Sciences.

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Mae Carol Jemison is an American engineer, physician and the first Black woman to travel into space aboard the Endeavor.
Click below for additional information:
https://www.britannica.com/biography/Mae-Jemison

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Born to Bahamian parents, Sidney Poitier was a trailblazer who opened the door for Black actors in the film industry. Poitier was the first Black performer to win the Academy Award for Best Actor for the film, "Lilies of the Field".
Please click the link below for more information:
https://www.britannica.com/biography/Sidney-Poitier

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Ida B. Wells was an African American journalist and activist. Wells led an anti-lynching movement in the United States in the late 1800's. As a journalist, Wells wrote about injustice, race and politics in the South. Wells wrote about the segregation of schools as she worked as a teacher in a segregated school in the South. Wells also was a part of the Women's Suffrage Movement. Wells was born into slavery and she and her family were freed by the Emancipation Proclamation.

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The Nicholas Brothers were known as the best tap dancers of all time. Attached is a video from "Stormy Weather" with Cab Calloway. The brothers received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 1991 Kennedy Center Honors. The Nicholas Brothers began their career during a time in history when opportunities were limited for Black performers, however, they became known all over the world for their greatness.
Please see attached link for even more information on the famous brothers:
https://www.britannica.com/topic/Nicholas-Brothers

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Stormy Weather in color - The Nicholas Brothers and Cab Calloway | Colorized with DeOldify

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Scholar and activist W.E.B Du Bois became the first African American to earn a Ph.D. from Harvard University in 1865. Du Bois was a co-founder of the NAACP in 1909.

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Booker T. Washington founded the Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute in Alabama which is now known as Tuskegee University. Washington was a political advisor, writer and focused on the training of African Americans in agricultural pursuits.