Detroit church brings history to life with living re-enactments of the Underground Railroad
Read full article: Detroit church brings history to life with living re-enactments of the Underground RailroadWe're in the final days of "Black History Month," and we're still sharing stories about the past that we should never forget.
Ever heard of George Walker? Decades ago, he accomplished something no African-American had ever done
Read full article: Ever heard of George Walker? Decades ago, he accomplished something no African-American had ever doneGeorge Walker probably could’ve been doing many things in his early 70s that were way more relaxing.
More than 30 years later, Whitney Houston’s stirring Super Bowl performance still resonates
Read full article: More than 30 years later, Whitney Houston’s stirring Super Bowl performance still resonatesThe late Whitney Houston gave the world many great musical moments with all her talents, but arguably the biggest gift of all came during Super Bowl XV in Tampa.
Brush up on your Black history: 10 good-to-know facts, stories
Read full article: Brush up on your Black history: 10 good-to-know facts, storiesWhether you feel like you have a strong understanding of black history, or you're working to learn more, we've assembled 10 facts, or anecdotes, from history.com, to help you grow your knowledge base.
University of Detroit Mercy offers ways to honor MLK and celebrate Black History Month
Read full article: University of Detroit Mercy offers ways to honor MLK and celebrate Black History MonthThroughout the month of February, UDM celebrates Black History Month with four full weeks of events and activities that honor African American history and achievements.
How Vonetta Flowers made history for Black Olympians worldwide
Read full article: How Vonetta Flowers made history for Black Olympians worldwideWith the first weekend of the Winter Olympics coinciding with the first weekend of Black History Month, it’s a good time to look back at how both Olympic and Black history was made 20 years ago this month at the Winter Games.
This little restaurant is bringing some big flavors to the Avenue Of Fashion
Read full article: This little restaurant is bringing some big flavors to the Avenue Of FashionWith classics like burritos and tacos, and new favorites like these mesa wings, everyone is sure to find something they love at Pequeno Cantina on Livernois in Detroit.
In photos: The rise of Kamala Harris, our country’s first woman of color to serve as vice president
Read full article: In photos: The rise of Kamala Harris, our country’s first woman of color to serve as vice presidentVice President Kamala Harris has had quite the rise over the past decade or so: From San Francisco’s district attorney and California’s attorney general, to the Golden State’s senator and now our second in command, right behind President Joe Biden.
Detroit school celebrates Black History Month with activities showcasing African culture, cuisine
Read full article: Detroit school celebrates Black History Month with activities showcasing African culture, cuisineAn academy in Detroit is celebrating Black History Month by showing students the culture and cuisine of several African countries.