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May 2009 - Posts

• Benjamin Banneker: An American Pioneer

  Benjamin Banneker made his mark on history with his contributions to astronomy, science, and math. He became known for building the first wooden clock, his almanacs, and for his part... Read More... Posted Sunday, May 31, 2009 11:00 PM from About African-American History | (Comments Off)

• Opening of the African American Military History Museum

  The African American Military History Museum in Hattiesburg, Mississippi will have a grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony on May 23. The building that will house the museum was originally... Read More... Posted Monday, May 18, 2009 5:56 AM from About African-American History | (Comments Off)

• Paying Tribute to Pullman Porters

  On Saturday, May 9, four former Pullman porters enjoyed a day of tribute aboard a Philadelphia Amtrak train. This commemoration was part of the National Train Day. The tribute was... Read More... Posted Monday, May 11, 2009 10:49 AM from About African-American History | (Comments Off)

• A Model of the National Museum of African American History and Culture

  A design for the National Museum of African American History and Culture is being planned for the National Mall in Washington. The building’s design is based on late 19th- and... Read More... Posted Wednesday, May 06, 2009 9:09 AM from About African-American History | (Comments Off)

• Chronicling the Life of Marian Anderson

  A new book, The Sound of Freedom by Raymond Arsenault, chronicles the life of singer Marian Anderson. When the Daughters of the American Revolution refused to allow Anderson to perform... Read More... Posted Sunday, May 03, 2009 11:00 PM from About African-American History | (Comments Off)