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Part 2 of theGrio’s Black History Month series explores the myths, misunderstandings & mischaracterizations of the struggle for civil rights.
Thurman helped shape the Southern civil rights movement after he talked to Mahatma Gandhi in India about nonviolence.
TheGrio commemorates one of fashion’s most influential, the innovative Anne Lowe in the latest edition of 'Keeping Black History Alive'
TheGrio commemorates gender-bending musician and drag king, Gladys Bently,in the latest edition of ‘Keeping Black History Alive’.
In an effort to acknowledge and address its racist past, Yale University has issued an apology for its historical connection…
"Keeping Black History Alive" celebrates beauty influencer Jackie Aina, who's becoming one of social media’s most trusted voices.
"The Lion King" North American tour is underway, and in California, cast members are staging a Black History Month event.
Rep. Glenn Ivey, D-Md., has introduced a resolution to present the family of abolitionist Frederick Douglass with a Congressional Gold…
TheGrio's "Keeping Black History Alive" celebrates tech influencer Marques Brownlee, who's made his way to the top of his game.
Ella Jo Baker fought tirelessly — and quietly — for civil rights, working with the most prominent organizations of the…
Check out these new documentaries for Black History Month that range from learning fun historical facts to exploring political deep…
Democrats and Republicans, aware of the importance of the Black vote. held dueling Black History Month celebrations.
Descendants and families of prominent Black civil rights leaders and historical figures convened at the White House for a historic…
TheGrio celebrates Issa Rae, one of Black history’s most successful and influential triple threats in "Keeping Black History Alive."
Part 1 of theGrio’s Black History Month series explores the myths, misunderstandings and mischaracterizations of America’s slaveholding past.
theGrio celebrates Willi Ninja, the Godfather of Vogue and one of Black history’s most influential artists and dancers.
TheGrio celebrates Bert Williams, the first African-American to obtain a lead role on Broadway in "Keeping Black History Alive."
A silent short shot in 1898, "Something Good - Negro Kiss" is the first film featuring footage of African Americans…
"Lucky" Luciano was no match for Carter, who years earlier was the first Black woman to graduate from Fordham University…
From recognizing Walt Disney's signature as a child to pursuing his dream job, Floyd's story is one of triumph and…