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African American Interests

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African American Interests / Regional

Taller Puertorriqueño Marks 30 Years of the Schomburg Symposium in Philadelphia

February 26, 2026February 26, 2026 - by Timothy Alexander

PHILADELPHIA, PA — A powerful day of reflection, scholarship, art and spiritual expression will unfold this weekend as Taller Puertorriqueño commemorates Black History Month with its 30th Annual Arturo Schomburg …

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Keeley Mitchell
African American Interests / Delaware County Community College

DCCC Hosts Talk on Brown v. Board and Thurgood Marshall

February 25, 2026February 24, 2026 - by Timothy Alexander

MEDIA, PA — A landmark Supreme Court decision that reshaped American education will take center stage at Delaware County Community College.

DCCC Hosts Talk on Brown v. Board and Thurgood Marshall Read More
Participants march along Route 30 in Coatesville during last year's event
African American Interests / Coatesville

Coatesville to Mark Selma Anniversary With “From the Bridge to the Ballot 2026” March

February 16, 2026February 16, 2026 - by Timothy Alexander

COATESVILLE, PA — The footsteps that once crossed the Edmund Pettus Bridge in 1965 will echo once again — this time along Route 30 in Coatesville.

Coatesville to Mark Selma Anniversary With “From the Bridge to the Ballot 2026” March Read More

Chester County Black activist, Bayard Rustin
African American Interests

Westtown Honors Civil Rights Leader Bayard Rustin With Free Black History Month Talk

February 15, 2026February 15, 2026 - by Timothy Alexander

WESTTOWN, PA — The architect behind one of the most pivotal moments in American civil rights history has deep roots right here in Chester County.

Westtown Honors Civil Rights Leader Bayard Rustin With Free Black History Month Talk Read More
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African American Interests / Op-ed

We Must Face, Not Erase, Black History

February 9, 2026February 9, 2026 - by Op-Ed

In 1788, when western Pennsylvania residents petitioned the General Assembly to create Allegheny County, four of the petitioners were free Black men.

We Must Face, Not Erase, Black History Read More

Faith the Violinist
African American Interests / Regional

Black History Month First Friday Brings Live Art, Music, and Youth Fundraiser

February 4, 2026February 4, 2026 - by Timothy Alexander

PHILADELPHIA, PA — Northern Liberties is kicking off Black History Month with a new First Friday event on Friday, February 6, featuring two back-to-back receptions at Black- and female-owned venues, …

Black History Month First Friday Brings Live Art, Music, and Youth Fundraiser Read More
Black History Month
African American Interests

Black History Month Turns 50, Marking a Century-Long Fight to Preserve Truth

February 1, 2026January 31, 2026 - by Timothy Alexander

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Black History Month is marking a historic milestone this year, celebrating 50 years of federal recognition while honoring a century-long mission that began as Negro History Week …

Black History Month Turns 50, Marking a Century-Long Fight to Preserve Truth Read More

2026 MLK Day Flyer
African American Interests

Kennett Square Marks MLK Day With America250 Theme and National Leader

December 14, 2025December 12, 2025 - by Timothy Alexander

KENNETT SQUARE, PA — Community leaders in southern Chester County are tying the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to the nation’s 250th anniversary with a full day of …

Kennett Square Marks MLK Day With America250 Theme and National Leader Read More
Permanency
African American Interests / Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Black Maternal Health Caucus Marks Two Years of Legislative Action

October 25, 2025October 24, 2025 - by Maryann Pugh

HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Black Maternal Health Caucus (PBMHC) will mark its two-year anniversary on Monday, October 27, with a day of advocacy and celebration at the State Capitol. …

Pennsylvania Black Maternal Health Caucus Marks Two Years of Legislative Action Read More
Black Leaders in Aviation
African American Interests

Discover the Untold Stories of Black Aviation Heroes at This Inspiring New Exhibit

June 8, 2025June 8, 2025 - by Timothy Alexander

WEST CHESTER, PA — The American Helicopter Museum and Education Center (AHMEC) is set to debut a permanent exhibit titled “On the Wings of Freedom: Black Leaders in Aviation” on …

Discover the Untold Stories of Black Aviation Heroes at This Inspiring New Exhibit Read More

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