Black History in America

By examining the stories of brave men and women who persevered, built community and contributed to our nation’s goals—sometimes amid great persecution—we can all learn how to pave a brighter future. Learn about the incredible history of Black people who have left a mark on the fabric of the United States to the ways the country has wrestled with its past to understand slavery, emancipation, and the fight for civil rights in our nation. What is the story of Black history in America? Well, the answer is—there are many! By exploring the storytelling, music, dance, and visual arts of the Black community in America, we follow those stories from the Civil War through to the present day. We discover the growing momentum of the fight for civil rights, increased political participation and power, and the lingering effects of slavery, Jim Crow, and segregation. We will hear from Black creators, activists, and politicians to see how they viewed their life in the context of the rich tapestry of Black history in America. Having examined Black history from its earliest days to the present and completing the cumulative project, you will be equipped to understand how the Black experience is shifting and changing each day in America.