Black History Month

Black History in Gospel Music Fact – Fisk Jubilee Singers

In 1871, The Fisk Jubilee Singers set out on their inaugural tour to raise money to help save Fisk University…
Black History in Gospel Music Fact – Edwin…

Edwin Hawkins rearranged an 18th Century Hymn called “Oh Happy Day” that debuted in 1968. It was the first gospel…
Loving Her Legacy: Harryette Mullen

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XYyqqy4BnU0 Harryette Mullen was born in Florence, Alabama on July 1, 1953. During Mullen’s time growing up in Texas; her…
“Behind The Lens, Hollywood’s Independent Film Makers” Robert…

Robert Townsend (born February 6, 1957) is an American actor, comedian, film director, and writer. Townsend is best known for…
“Behind The Lens, Hollywood’s Independent Film Makers” Mario…

Mario Van Peebles (born January 15, 1957) is an American film director and actor best known for directing New Jack…
Loving Her Legacy: Nikki Giovanni

Nikki Giovanni was born Yolande Cornelia Giovanni, Jr., on June 7, 1943, in Knoxville, Tennessee.  She grew up in Cincinnati,…
Loving Her Legacy: Lucille Clifton

Lucille Clifton was born in Depew, New York ; June 27, 1936.  She was a dual Pulitzer Prize nominee for…
“Behind The Lens, Hollywood’s Independent Film Makers:” Spencer…

Spencer Williams (July 14, 1893 – December 13, 1969) was an American actor and filmmaker. He was best known for…
When Did These Protests Take Place? [Quiz]
BHM 2017
Black History Month Nominee (Health Category): Deanna Jefferson

Prince Georges County Parks And Recreation and Radio One celebrates, Deanna Jefferson, one of the nominees for this year’s Black…
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