In his book Fear No Pharaoh, Richard Kreitner examines the reactions of six Jewish Americans to slavery and the Civil War.

Spend a long weekend in our nation’s diverse, dazzling capital, with food from across the globe and free world-class museums.

In a new exhibition at the Smithsonian American Art Museum’s Renwick Gallery, over 30 works showcase the significance of this ...

The Wilson Pottery Foundation is dedicated to preserving and retelling the story of the first known former black slaves turned business owners; they have roots in Seguin, Texas.

Legends like congresswoman Shirley Chisholm, Morrie Turner and Captain Bill Pinkney were all firsts in their field.

David Boje’s Storytelling Organizations examines how narratives shape organizational culture and leadership, fostering a shared understanding of values and mission. Leaders skilled in storytelling, ...

proclamation of self-respect and unity ... By 1926, African Americans celebrated their own achievements and emancipation during a dedicated week in February. President Gerald Ford recognized ...

Because the Emancipation Proclamation was limited to those states ... organizations and historic sites linked to American history, art, culture, education, and more. I believe giving back to ...

PEORIA – An original print of the Declaration of Independence, a Gilbert Stuart portrait of George Washington and an original ...