http://news.prlog.org/tag/african-american-history/african american history - Latest News (Press Releases) - Read news before it's newsen-us3600 http://www.prlog.org/12088069-award-winning-black-history-film-stubborn-as-mule-is-now-available-on-youtube.html“Stubborn As A Mule,” the internationally award winning film, has been uploaded to YouTube.com in honor Black History Month 2013. http://www.prlog.org/12086875-new-book-illustrates-history-of-african-americans-in-orangeburg-county.htmlLocal author releases new book featuring a stunning collection of vintage images http://www.prlog.org/12078400-ap-randolph-pullman-porter-museum-to-honor-four-legends-with-gentle-warrior-awards.htmlThe A Philip Randolph Pullman Porter Museum, the only Museum that chronicles the history of the Black labor movement, will honor four legends with its Gentle Warrior Award during its annual gala on Sunday, February 17 at Marmon Grand in Chicago. http://www.prlog.org/11902433-delray-cra-funds-new-public-art-feature-for-west-atlantic-plaza-dedication-ceremony-set-for-june-27.htmlA dedication ceremony for a new public art feature at the West Atlantic Plaza is set for Wed., June 27, 6pm. The 12-foot sculpture, funded by the Delray Beach CRA, honors the city's early African American settlers. http://www.prlog.org/11826644-levings-nbc-african-american-history-special-to-air-sunday.htmlNoted historian and Fathers’ Rights Attorney Jeffery M. Leving is featured in NBC Chicago’s (Ch. 5) African-American History special airing this Sunday, March 18 at 8:00am. http://www.prlog.org/11823404-city-of-pompano-beach-florida-tramples-black-history-month.htmlJust when the Smithsonian is honoring Black History with its new National Museum of African American History and Culture on the Mall, Pompano Beach Florida is stealing and destroying Black History landmarks and trampling civil rights http://www.prlog.org/11803767-california-state-university-los-angeles-leaders-take-the-pulpit-during-csu-super-sunday.htmlSeventh annual event calls for college planning as early as the 6th grade http://www.prlog.org/11719741-spady-cultural-heritage-museum-regroups-to-keep-the-past-alive.htmlThe nonprofit Spady Cultural Heritage Museum in Delray Beach, Fla. is getting creative in order to survive the economic recession. The organization is focusing more on its core mission by streamlining operations and introducing some new programs. http://www.prlog.org/11633999-william-wilberforce-day-august-24-he-was-key-person-in-african-american-history-amazing-grace.htmlHelp us celebrate William Wilberforce Day on August 24. http://www.prlog.org/11383617-new-african-american-heritage-walking-tours-is-best-buy-for-philadelphia-black-history.htmlYou Can Walk In The Footsteps of Philadelphia's African-American Ancestors For Under $20 http://www.prlog.org/11091037-join-tribute-to-the-50th-anniversary-of-writer-richard-wrights-death.htmlWalking The Spirit Tours of Black Paris is organizing a unique and personal commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the death of writer Richard Wright. Admirers have the opportunity to participate from anywhere in the world. http://www.prlog.org/10594798-win-trip-to-the-soul-of-black-paris.htmlWalking The Spirit Tours of Black Paris, BlackAtlas.com and American Airlines offer a fabulous trip to the soul of Black Paris. The winner discovers Afro-American and African heritage plus the classic sites and tastes of the City of Lights. http://www.prlog.org/10454714-moore-dance-project-brings-black-history-to-life-with-colours-of-courage.htmlBeginning in January 2010, Moore Dance Project will tour its highly-acclaimed dance epic, Colours of Courage: A Celebration of Black History in America, in partnership with venues across Central Florida. http://www.prlog.org/10318341-william-wilberforce-day-important-new-africanamerican-holiday-this-monday-august-24th.htmlWilliam Wilberforce (1759-1833), was a a leader of the movement to abolish the slave trade. August 24 was his birthday. http://www.prlog.org/10175725-six-times-removed-african-american-author-finds-liberian-connection.htmlAuthor Anita Wills ancestor, while writing a Family History Book, found a connection to Liberia. Her ancestor, Elijah Johnson was a member of the American Colonization Society, and one of those who emigrated to Liberia. http://www.prlog.org/10162617-national-leadership-organizations-urge-president-bush-to-sign-executive-order-for-banneker-memorial.htmlMarc Morial, Pres/CEO Urban League; Jesse Jackson, Fdr/Pres. of Rainbow PUSH; Tom Dashchle, Former Senate Leader; Michael Steele, GOPAC Chair; Ben Jealous, Pres./CEO NAACP; Dr. Dorothy Height, NCNW among leaders urging Bush to sign Executive Order. http://www.prlog.org/10116551-historian-quintard-taylor-jr-to-speak-on-the-other-black-northwest-beyond-portland-and-seattle.htmlUniversity of Washington professor, Dr. Quintard Taylor, Jr. will discuss African American history in the Northwest. He will focus on areas outside the metro hubs of Portland and Seattle and provide expert comparative commentary. This program is free http://www.prlog.org/10040191-unique-resource-for-black-history-month.htmlRare African American Posters Uncovered. “BLACKS IN AVIATION & AEROSPACE” is a set of eight posters. Each is 17 inches x 22 inches with black and white photos and biographical text for each. http://www.prlog.org/10006967-soul-food-advisor-com-honor-everyday-black-history-makers.htmlWebsite to honor Everyday People During Black History Month with a Special Tribute to Soul Food Cuisine.