Gather for Juneteenth to honor those who endured slavery and seized freedom on Brattle Street 250 years ago, their descendants, and the long history of Black freedom activism in Cambridge and beyond. This free, all-ages event is marking its fourth year in 2025! Denise Washington (#Pop-Up Poetry Series), a descendant of Darby Vassall, has curated […]
The purpose of the Constitutional Literacy Institute (CLI) is to provide education, resources, and experiences for teachers to increase personal constitutional literacy and thereby help their students to do the same. The rising generation of citizens and leaders need a broad understanding of political thought and practices critical to the perpetuation of constitutional government, ordered […]
We're all a part of Aurora's history! Join us for a trivia night themed around local history. We'll also have pizza, snacks, and button-making, while supplies last. Ages 12+
Join us for a free three-part program: First, watch a scene from a popular film about President Abraham Lincoln’s commitment to end slavery in the United States. We will discuss the political pressures of the time and reasons for amending the Constitution. Then, examine a reproduction of the desk that was used when President Lyndon […]
Join the curators of Voices of the Community: Local Black Preservation for an in-depth look at some of the compelling stories from the archives. Curated by community historians and activists, this exhibit explores the history, migration, and preservation of African American communities in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Lawnside, New Jersey. Read more about the exhibit here: […]
Join us for a lively evening of ballroom history, display and competition. “Voguers” will compete in categories like “Realness,” “Vogue,” “Face,” and “Runway,” showcasing jaw-dropping performances, bold fashion, and fierce energy. It’s a night filled with empowering moments, where confidence, style, and creativity take center stage.
What does human trafficking have to do with historical slavery? What can we do about it? Come discuss these questions and more with the young leaders representing their communities at the Students Opposing Slavery 2025 International Summit. Participants spend the week learning from experts in the field, building a network of young abolitionists and activists, […]
As a part of our Civic Season programming, the ABHM Book Club will be discussing Great Speeches By Frederick Douglass on June 20th at 6 PM via Zoom. Author, abolitionist, political activist, and philosopher, Frederick Douglass was a pivotal figure in the decades of struggle leading up to the Civil War and the Reconstruction era. […]
Join us for an engaging conversation with artist Curlee Raven Holton, Dr. Ashley Jordan (CEO, African American Museum in Philadelphia), and David Brigham (Librarian and CEO, Historical Society of Pennsylvania), as they explore the intersection of art, history, and social justice. Holton serves as the 2025 Artist in Residence at Historical Society of Pennsylvania. His […]
Join historians from Monticello’s Getting Word Project for an educational workshop that explores the practice of oral history – one of the many tools that historians at Monticello use to tell an honest and full history. Participants will gain practical guidance and tools on how they might engage in oral history in their own communities […]
Join us for a powerful screening of Fannie Lou Hamer’s America, a documentary that brings the voice of a civil rights legend to the forefront — raw, unfiltered, and more relevant than ever. Through archival footage, the film paints a vivid picture of her fight for justice, equity, and dignity in the face of deep […]
There was a train that travelled at night… and it carried passengers to Freedom! The underground railroad in Virginia and across the South had many heroes who saved countless lives. The legacies of the conductors and passengers will be explored and remembered in this free 1-hour presentation. Check out the exhibit Un/bound: Free Black Virginians, […]