Many African Americans have contributed their quota to world history. Their efforts ... Martin Luther King Jr. was famous through the American Civil Rights Movement. His eloquence and commitment ...

African-Americans have fought for the United States throughout its history ... in an American war. There was a marked turnaround from the attitude in previous wars that black men were not fit ...

They say it's the administration’s latest move to downplay how race, racism and Black Americans shaped the nation’s story.

The flourishing Black business district in Detroit, Mich., photographed in 1942. Arthur S. Siegel via the Library of Congress ...

This series chronicles the full sweep of African American history, from the origins of slavery on the African continent right up to today when America remains a nation deeply divided by race.

James Yates was an African-American who decided to travel ... including 85 African-Americans. These men were part of an unknown chapter of history between Spain and the United States.

As we reflect on the remarkable history of the United States military, it is crucial to acknowledge the invaluable contributions made by minorities throughout the years. The stories of bravery, ...

Celebrate Black History Month with Smithsonian events, resources, exhibitions, and podcasts. The 2025 theme is "African Americans and Labor" with a focus on the various and profound ways that work of ...

Civil rights advocates, historians and Black political leaders sharply rebuked Trump on Friday for his order, entitled ...