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Eloise Greenfield was committed to empowering Black children through her literary works. (Courtesy photo)

Black History Month

Eloise Greenfield Taught Black Kids to Love Themselves, Cherish Their Culture

by Micha Green February 14, 2024February 14, 2024

Known affectionately as “The Godfather of Go-Go,” Chuck Brown said his time at Lorton, Virginia’s former prison complex formed him into the beloved musician he became. He performed and created music until his passing in 2012. (Courtesy of WindMeUpChuck.com)

Black History Month

Chuck Brown’s Story of Resilience and How Lorton, the DMV Formed His Artistry

by Micha Green and Bousaina Ibrahim February 7, 2024February 21, 2024

Historically, African Americans musicians and groups have used their music and platforms to promote Black strength and power, such as Public Enemy’s 1989 “Fight the Power.” (Courtesy photo)

Black Experience

From Spirituals to Today: Black Artists Historically Use Music to Promote Freedom

by Micha Green February 7, 2024February 8, 2024

Historically, Black music has been key to shaping American culture. (Courtesy Photo, Smithsonian American Art Museum and its Renwick Gallery, “Harlem Musicians,” Elizabeth Olds, 1937)

Black History Month

African American Music: ‘Soundtrack to American Life,’ Key to American Culture Overall

by Micha Green February 7, 2024February 7, 2024

Children of the Gospel is celebrating 30 years and continuing their tradition of wowing audiences with upcoming performances at the Kennedy Center and is marking 30 years with a celebratory concert at Lisner Auditorium. (Courtesy photo)

30 Years of Children of the Gospel: Upcoming Performances, Marking Milestone with Celebratory Concert

by Micha Green February 5, 2024February 7, 2024

This February, Let’s Honor Black Artists’ Contribution to All American Culture

by Micha Green January 31, 2024February 5, 2024

From Negro Spirituals to hip-hop today, Black art has historically been critical to sharing African American narratives and shaping American culture, with African American artists also serving as outspoken freedom fighters. Artists such as Harry Belafonte, classically trained singer, Coretta Scott King, wife of civil rights leader the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and D.C. native and legendary bandleader Duke Ellington, shifted culture through their activism. (Courtesy Photo, Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, G. Marshall Wilson, 1956)

Celebrating African Americans and the Arts Showcases the Power and Worldwide Influence Black Artists Possess

by Micha Green and Jada Ingleton January 31, 2024February 21, 2024

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s Solomon Dumas Khalia Campbell and Samantha Figgins in Alvin Ailey's “Revelations.” In its 65th season, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will be performing at The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts Feb. 6-11. (Courtesy of Paul Kolnik)

Alvin Ailey 65th Anniversary Performance: Go for the Classics, Leave with New Inspiration, Feeling Empowered

by Micha Green January 31, 2024February 1, 2024

Martin Luther King Jr.

What Would King Do to Bend Toward Peace, Truth and Justice?

by Micha Green January 17, 2024January 17, 2024

Activist, father, husband and son Tony Lewis Jr. received the NFL's 2023 Inspire Change Changemaker award from the Washington Commanders. (Courtesy photo)

Tony Lewis Jr. Reflects on MLK and How He Would Fight for Justice Today

by Micha Green January 17, 2024January 17, 2024

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