The Blockson Collection: Massive collection of Black history calls Philadelphia home
Temple University is home to a massive collection of Black history known as The Blockson Collection - and it's free and available to everyone.
Temple University is home to a massive collection of Black history known as The Blockson Collection - and it's free and available to everyone.
The Blockson Collection: Massive collection of Black history calls Philadelphia home
Temple University is home to a massive collection of Black history, and it's free and available to everyone.
Temple University is home to a massive collection of Black history, and it's free and available to everyone.
Murphy says New Jersey will expand AP Black history classes
Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy said Tuesday that his administration is expanding Advanced Placement African American Studies courses next year from one school to 26 in New Jersey after Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis blocked the course from being taught in public schools in Florida.
Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy said Tuesday that his administration is expanding Advanced Placement African American Studies courses next year from one school to 26 in New Jersey after Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis blocked the course from being taught in public schools in Florida.
Michelle Obama teams with Audible for new podcast
Michelle Obama’s recent celebrity-filled book tour is becoming a podcast.
Michelle Obama’s recent celebrity-filled book tour is becoming a podcast.
‘This is real’: Sesame Street’s first Black woman puppeteer fills ‘impactful’ role
Megan Piphus Peace never dreamed she'd be working on the same set she watched as a child — and inspiring young Black girls to pursue their passions.
Megan Piphus Peace never dreamed she'd be working on the same set she watched as a child — and inspiring young Black girls to pursue their passions.
Black History Month celebrations at the Barnes Museum
James Claiborne joins "Good Day Philadelphia" to discuss the Barnes Museum's Black History Month celebrations and the Sistahs Laying Down Hands offer a musical performance.
James Claiborne joins "Good Day Philadelphia" to discuss the Barnes Museum's Black History Month celebrations and the Sistahs Laying Down Hands offer a musical performance.
Black History Month: Tying history to future is legacy of Germantown’s Fair Hill Burial Ground
In celebration of Black History Month, the historic Fair Hill Cemetery in Germantown is an important component of Philadelphia's history and a place that holds stories that should never be forgotten.
In celebration of Black History Month, the historic Fair Hill Cemetery in Germantown is an important component of Philadelphia's history and a place that holds stories that should never be forgotten.
Black History Month: Germantown Historic Fair Hill Cemetery provides never-to-be-forgotten stories
In celebration of Black History Month, the historic Fair Hill Cemetery in Germantown is an important component of Philadelphia's history and a place that holds stories that should never be forgotten.
In celebration of Black History Month, the historic Fair Hill Cemetery in Germantown is an important component of Philadelphia's history and a place that holds stories that should never be forgotten.
When will Harriet Tubman finally be on the $20 bill?
Obama administration Treasury Secretary Jack Lew had selected Tubman to replace Andrew Jackson, the nation’s seventh president, on the $20 bill. But that was years ago.
Obama administration Treasury Secretary Jack Lew had selected Tubman to replace Andrew Jackson, the nation’s seventh president, on the $20 bill. But that was years ago.
Black Americans weigh in on what’s needed to overcome racial inequality
Many say key institutions would need to be rebuilt, and that voting is one of the most effective ways to bring about change.
Many say key institutions would need to be rebuilt, and that voting is one of the most effective ways to bring about change.
Parades, festivals, expos: Black History Month events in 10 US cities
Just because your city didn’t make the list doesn’t mean there isn’t something going on for Black History Month, so be sure to check social media and search Google for local events.
Just because your city didn’t make the list doesn’t mean there isn’t something going on for Black History Month, so be sure to check social media and search Google for local events.
Black History Month 2023 theme highlights Black resistance in America
Every year, the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH) chooses the theme for Black History Month.
Every year, the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH) chooses the theme for Black History Month.
Peter Mott House in Lawnside, New Jersey, launches fundraising campaign
The Peter Mott House was a station along The Underground Railroad and a safe place for those who were in search of freedom. FOX 29's Bill Anderson has a look at the fundraising efforts underway there.
The Peter Mott House was a station along The Underground Railroad and a safe place for those who were in search of freedom. FOX 29's Bill Anderson has a look at the fundraising efforts underway there.
30th annual African American Children's Book Fair returns
The 30th annual African American Children's Book Fair is back in person and it's bigger than ever. Founder Vanesse Lloyd-Sgambati and author Tina Wells join FOX 29 with the details.
The 30th annual African American Children's Book Fair is back in person and it's bigger than ever. Founder Vanesse Lloyd-Sgambati and author Tina Wells join FOX 29 with the details.
Melanated Mademoiselle Alpha Omega Club mentors young black girls
A local non-profit organization is focused on providing mentorship to young Black girls. FOX 29's Shawnette Wilson has more on Melanated Mademoiselle Alpha Omega Club.
A local non-profit organization is focused on providing mentorship to young Black girls. FOX 29's Shawnette Wilson has more on Melanated Mademoiselle Alpha Omega Club.
The Colored Girls Museum honors stories of Black and Brown girls
The Colored Girls Museum in Germantown honors the stories, experiences and history of Black and Brown girls. FOX 29's Shayna Ferreira has the details.
The Colored Girls Museum in Germantown honors the stories, experiences and history of Black and Brown girls. FOX 29's Shayna Ferreira has the details.
Philadelphia book store overflowing with Black literature
Dr. Anyabwile Love opened Bailey Street Books in Philadelphia's Brewerytown to share his love for Black literature when he and his wife decided to downsize.
Dr. Anyabwile Love opened Bailey Street Books in Philadelphia's Brewerytown to share his love for Black literature when he and his wife decided to downsize.
Honoring the legacy of Temple University's first African American dean, Dr. Ione Vargus
FOX 29's Sue Serio tells the story of her mother-in-law, Dr. Ione Vargus who was the first African American dean at Temple University.
FOX 29's Sue Serio tells the story of her mother-in-law, Dr. Ione Vargus who was the first African American dean at Temple University.
5 Black innovators who reshaped American gardening and farming
Many agricultural practices, innovations, and foods that traveled with enslaved people from West Africa — or were developed by their descendants — remain unsung. Learn about five early Black innovators whose contributions reshaped the agricultural landscape.
Many agricultural practices, innovations, and foods that traveled with enslaved people from West Africa — or were developed by their descendants — remain unsung. Learn about five early Black innovators whose contributions reshaped the agricultural landscape.
Urban League of Philadelphia presents Dining Through Black History
The Urban League of Philadelphia has partnered with 13 Black-owned businesses to present Dining Through Black History. It's raising funds for high school students. FOX 29's Shaynah Ferreira has the details.
The Urban League of Philadelphia has partnered with 13 Black-owned businesses to present Dining Through Black History. It's raising funds for high school students. FOX 29's Shaynah Ferreira has the details.