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The Untold Story of African American Life in Early Boston

The Untold Story of African American Life in Early Boston

Boston has a rich and complex history when it comes to African American presence and influence. From the early days of slavery to the vibrant commu...
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Lin Zhipeng Collaborates with YSL for Exhibition Highlighting Sensuality and Transience

Lin Zhipeng Collaborates with YSL for Exhibition Highlighting Sensuality and Transience

Lin Zhipeng Collaborates with YSL for Exhibition Highlighting Sensuality and Transience
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Toni Morrison's 'Beloved' Continues to Influence Literary and Cultural Discourse

Toni Morrison's 'Beloved' Continues to Influence Literary and Cultural Discourse

Toni Morrison's 'Beloved' Continues to Influence Literary and Cultural Discourse
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Della Crummedy's 1915 Mortgage Deed Secures Debt Repayment

Della Crummedy's 1915 Mortgage Deed Secures Debt Repayment

In January 1915, Della Crummedy signed a mortgage deed to secure a $25 debt owed to C.H. Darden & Son, likely for undertaking services. The collateral for this debt was a one-quarter acre lot located on the eastern side of Stantonsburg Street, near the Colored Graded School, and adjacent to properties owned by S.H. Vick and James Simms. The mortgage was recorded in Deed Book 97, page 70, at the Wilson County Register of Deeds Office. A note on the document indicates that Crummedy successfully paid off the loan by May 11, 1915, leading to the cancellation of the mortgage.
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Camp Atwater Celebrates 105 Years as Oldest Black-Owned Youth Camp

Camp Atwater Celebrates 105 Years as Oldest Black-Owned Youth Camp

Camp Atwater Celebrates 105 Years as Oldest Black-Owned Youth Camp
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Cameroonian Artist Marc Padeu Reimagines Renaissance Art in African Context

Cameroonian Artist Marc Padeu Reimagines Renaissance Art in African Context

Marc Padeu, a rising painter from Cameroon, is gaining attention for his unique approach to art by reimagining Renaissance paintings within African settings. His work, currently exhibited at the Larkin Durey gallery in London, blends classical Western art with scenes from Cameroon's cocoa plantations. Padeu's art challenges traditional depictions by placing universally recognized religious themes in familiar African landscapes, thus creating a dialogue between different cultural heritages.
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Melissa Joseph's 'Casserole Culture' Exhibition Explores Midwestern Life Through Fiber Art

Melissa Joseph's 'Casserole Culture' Exhibition Explores Midwestern Life Through Fiber Art

Melissa Joseph's 'Casserole Culture' Exhibition Explores Midwestern Life Through Fiber Art
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Simone Manuel’s Rio Performance Opened New Ground in Swimming

Simone Manuel’s Rio Performance Opened New Ground in Swimming

Simone Manuel's journey to Olympic success is a story of perseverance, talent, and breaking new ground. Her achievements at the 2016 Rio Olympics w...
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Florence 'Flo' Anthony, Pioneering Entertainment Journalist, Passes Away at 74

Florence 'Flo' Anthony, Pioneering Entertainment Journalist, Passes Away at 74

Florence 'Flo' Anthony, Pioneering Entertainment Journalist, Passes Away at 74
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Today Marks the Legacy of Boston’s Historic African Meeting House

Today Marks the Legacy of Boston’s Historic African Meeting House

The African Meeting House in Boston is a landmark of African American history, serving as a center for religious, educational, and political activi...
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Green Mount Cemetery Launches Tour Highlighting Black Baltimoreans' Histories

Green Mount Cemetery Launches Tour Highlighting Black Baltimoreans' Histories

Green Mount Cemetery in Baltimore is introducing a new tour titled 'Buried in Plain Sight: The Black Family Servants in Green Mount Cemetery.' This initiative, led by Lashelle Bynum, a volunteer and board member of Baltimore Heritage, aims to uncover and share the histories of African Americans buried in the cemetery. Historically, the cemetery was believed to have only one African American burial, that of Martha Ann Atavis. However, through extensive research, Bynum and cemetery employees have identified more than a dozen African Americans interred there. The tour will introduce attendees to the lives of enslaved individuals and free servants who were often buried alongside those they served. The two-hour tour is scheduled for August 15 and will be offered at least twice a year, with potential for more frequent tours based on demand.
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Celebrating Unsung American Patriots: A Historical Perspective

Celebrating Unsung American Patriots: A Historical Perspective

The American Prospect magazine has highlighted 40 lesser-known figures in American history who have significantly contributed to the nation's development. These individuals, referred to as 'Prospect Patriots,' include activists, social reformers, and intellectuals who have challenged power and advocated for a more equitable society. The list features diverse figures such as Lemuel Haynes, a clergyman who critiqued slavery, and Maggie Lena Walker, the first Black woman to found and lead a bank. The article aims to recognize the contributions of these individuals, whose efforts have often been overshadowed by more prominent historical figures.