February is Black History Month, an annual tribute honoring the triumphs and challenges of African Americans throughout U.S. history. Originating in 1926 as "National Negro Week," it evolved into a month-long celebration in 1976, emphasizing the richness of Black culture, history and contributions…
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It's awards season and one of Mobile's brightest stars has received a national nomination. The Africatown Heritage House, with its Clotilda: The Exhibition experience, has earned a spot among 20 history museums in the United States as the nation's favorite, according to USA Today. The USA Today 10…
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There are some things about Mobile that are undeniable. Mardi Gras has been celebrated in Mobile since 1703, making it the country’s oldest (and best) carnival tradition. We are the oldest city in Alabama. Some of our nicknames include “The Azalea City,” “The City of Six Flags” and “The Gateway to…
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The Story of Juneteenth Juneteenth is a celebration that honors the end of slavery in the United States, and formally marks the day when federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas to ensure that all slaves were finally free. Their arrival came two and a half years after the signing of the…
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In a post-inauguration interview with CNN, poet, former classmate, and friend Amanda Gorman shared her pre-reading mantra: “I am the daughter of Black writers. We are descended from freedom fighters who broke through chains and changed the world. They call me.” For many of us Black women…
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