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How Juneteenth is commemorated across the Commonwealth
Nearly every state in the country now recognizes the holiday. -
Uncovering the truth about slavery in Colonial Lexington
The Lexington Historical Society sheds light on the stories of local Black people back in the 1700s. -
150 years after his birth, William Monroe Trotter's civil rights legacy lives on
History remembers the powerful civil rights leader who focused more on the work of a movement than his own legacy. -
In new film, Ken Burns uses Ben Franklin as a 'guide to who we are at this moment'
Documentarian Ken Burns said his upcoming film is a reminder of how America's heroes are also flawed. -
Why does Black History Month matter?
About 10 years ago, Shukree Hassan Tilghman tried to cancel Black History Month. Outfitted in a sandwich board with the words “End Black History Month”… -
Why statues 'come alive' in times of political strife
“Smashing Statues” author Erin Thompson examined the deliberate exclusion of Black soldiers from Civil War memorials in her new book. -
Celebrating Old Ironsides’ history and progress for Presidents’ Day
Museum-goers are coming back to the USS Constitution for its 21-gun salute. -
History can be a valuable teacher, but only if we heed its lessons
It appears Americans are bent on repeating some of the nation’s sad history. -
Due to COVID, JFK Library celebrates Presidents’ Day online
The library and museum will offer free, virtual educational programming -
Who were the four chaplains of Four Chaplains Day?
What they did in World War II, the origins of the Four Chaplains' Medal and the chaplains' local ties.
