Remembering the spirit and music of Black icons at the Legacy in Sound special event
The Our American Journey’s Legacy in Sound event celebrated the lives and music of African American icons through art, community and reflection. Guests gathered to enjoy soulful music, laughter and…
Stitching Memory into Walls: Michael Carter’s Classroom of Living History
When students step into Room 324, Building 11, at Sinclair, the space almost tells who it belongs to before anyone speaks. The walls carry eclectic assortments of photographs, letters, quilts…
Getting a Glimpse of the Past with Michael Carter
History offers evidence of the past, providing lessons to help shape the future. On Feb. 13, Michael Carter hosted the African American Historic Tourist Site Presentation, highlighting notable homes and…
Inequalities Within Inequalities
The decisions we make in search of a goal, no matter how just, can create just as many roadblocks as the ones we hoped to surpass. They may be unintended,…
Leading Ladies of the Blues: Ma Rainey
Ferocious and fearless, these women dared to defy convention. Their inspiring, rip-roaring voices achieved them notoriety. They bemoaned the pain of a bitter love. Proudly, they hailed themselves as strong…
The Leading Ladies of the Blues: Bessie Smith
Ferociously fearless, these women dared to defy convention. Their awe-inspiring, rip-roaring voices achieved notoriety, as they bemoaned the pain of bitter love or proudly hailed themselves as strong, independent beings…