LibGuides: Black History: Websites

National Museum of African American History and Culture

The National Museum of African American History and Culture is the only national museum devoted exclusively to the documentation of African American life, history, and culture. It was established by Act of Congress in 2003, following decades of efforts to promote and highlight the contributions of African Americans. To date, the Museum has collected more than 36,000 artifacts and nearly 100,000 individuals have become members.

A People's Journey, A Nation’s Story: National Museum of African American History & Culture. https://nmaahc.si.edu/

BLACK HISTORY MONTH: National Geographic

This collection of resources includes features of prominent figures such as President Barack Obama and lesser-known war heroine Mary Seacole. Try an interactive exercise to witness the challenges enslaved people faced attempting to escape North. Explore hands-on activities, maps, and more that will give students of all backgrounds new perspectives on this important part of American culture.

Black History Month: National Geographic. https://www.nationalgeographic.org/topics/black-history-month/?q=&page=1&per_page=25

National Civil Rights Museum

As part of its mission, the National Civil Rights Museum examines today’s global civil and human rights issues, provokes thoughtful debate, and serves as a catalyst for positive social change. Watch some of our messages and virtual program offerings as we shelter in place during the pandemic.

At the Lorraine Motel. National Civil Rights Museum. https://www.civilrightsmuseum.org/

SITTING DOWN TO TAKE A STAND

By 1960, civil rights activists across the country were practicing Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s nonviolent tactics. One such peaceful protest approach gained steam in 1960 – nonviolent sit-ins. Sparked in a North Carolina college town, the sit-in movement quickly spread to other cities, with organizers and students often facing violence but never retaliating so as not to depart from the nonviolent spirit of the movement. Dr. King organized a conference in 1960 to discuss the tactic with other civil rights activists and students. From this conference, the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC) was formed by students from both the South and the North. The SNCC and its leaders, including Fannie Lou Hamer, Diane Nash, Stokely Carmichael and James Farmer, organized sit-ins at lunch counters and other segregated businesses, as well as pray-ins at segregated churches and wade-ins at whites-only public swimming pools.

Sitting Down To Take A Stand: Civil Rights Trail. https://civilrightstrail.com/experience/student-led-sit-ins-across-the-south-lead-to-desegregated-businesses/

HISTORY: Black History

February is dedicated as Black History Month, honoring the triumphs and struggles of African Americans throughout U.S. history, including the civil rights movement and their artistic, cultural and political achievements.

Black History: History. https://www.history.com/topics/black-history

The Guardian: Black History

A timeline of two millennia of world-shaping individuals and momentous events that define Black history.

Bennett, Gaverne (2020). Black History: The Guardian. https://www.theguardian.com/world/ng-interactive/2020/jul/11/black-history-timeline

Culture & Change Black History in America

Learn about famous African Americans, listen to jazz music, and explore history.

Teacher's Activity Guide: Scholastic. http://teacher.scholastic.com/activities/bhistory/

American civil rights movement

Tells you all about the Civil Rights Movement.

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Carson, Clayborne. (10 November 2020). American civil rights movement: Encyclopædia Britannica. https://www.britannica.com/event/American-civil-rights-movement

US History

Learn about the origins, strategies, and unfinished business of the Civil Rights Movement in the United States.

Introduction to the Civil Rights Movement: Khan Academy. https://www.khanacademy.org/humanities/us-history/postwarera/civil-rights-movement/a/introduction-to-the-civil-rights-movement

Montgomery Bus Boycott

You will learn about the two women who help started the Montgomery Bus Boycott.

Montgomery Bus Boycott: National Women's History Museum. https://www.womenshistory.org/resources/general/montgomery-bus-boycott

BIOGRAPHY: Black History

African American men and women who have made significant contributions to America and the rest of the world in the fields of science, politics, law, sports, the arts, entertainment, and many other fields. Explore biographies, videos and articles that celebrate their historic achievements.

Black History: Biography. https://www.biography.com/tag/black-history

Ten Little Known Black History Facts

In an effort to honor this expansive and growing history, Black History Month was established by way of a weekly celebration in February known as “Negro History Week” by historian Carter G. Woodson. But just as Black history is more than a month, so too are the numerous events and figures that are often overlooked during it. What follows is a list of some of those “lesser-known” moments and facts in Black history.

Ten Little Known Black History Facts: PBS. http://www.pbs.org/black-culture/explore/10-black-history-little-known-facts/

Black History Month: What is it and why does it matter?

Most schools still teach a history curriculum that focuses on traditional events and the achievements of white figures. Black History Month gives everyone the opportunity to share, celebrate and understand the impact of black heritage and culture.

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Campbell, Adina. (21 October 2020). Black History Month: What is it and why does it matter: BBC News. https://www.bbc.com/news/explainers-54522248

Emmett Till is Murdered

The life and death of Emmett Till.

Emmett Till is Murdered: History. https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/the-death-of-emmett-till