Nashville, Tennessee is known for its music history, but the city has played a much larger role in American history than you might think. The US Colored Troops fought heroically at the Battle of Nashville. The African American residents fought for equality with sit-ins and bus boycotts during the Civil Rights Movement. They contributed influences to American music and … [Read more...] about 7 Places to Learn About the Black History of Nashville
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Visiting the Emmett Till Memory Project Locations in Mississippi
In August of 1955, fourteen-year-old Emmett Till arrived in the small town of Money, Mississippi to stay with his great uncle. Earlier that year, two NAACP workers had been murdered in nearby Belzoni while registering people to vote. School desegregation was also underway. On the 24, Till and some friends went to Bryant's Grocery and Meat Market for snacks where Till was … [Read more...] about Visiting the Emmett Till Memory Project Locations in Mississippi
8 Places to Learn About the Black History of Atlanta
Atlanta, Georgia is one of the most important places in regards to the Civil Rights Movement. But it's also home to Black cultural leaders like filmmaker Tyler Perry, Bronner Bros. beauty brand, and record labels like So So Def. A Grammy museum is in the works for Atlanta and the Trap Music Museum has exhibits on the genre made famous by the city's musicians. Learn about … [Read more...] about 8 Places to Learn About the Black History of Atlanta
10 Places to Learn About the Black History of Charleston
An important part of any visit to Charleston, South Carolina is to honor the legacy of the Black citizens of the city through the iconic works of art, beloved cuisines, and impact on American history. The International African American Museum will open in 2022 in the city to tell these stories. Until then, visit these landmarks and read about the people and places on … [Read more...] about 10 Places to Learn About the Black History of Charleston