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Space Scientist Dr. Maggie Aderin-Pocok Is A Barbie Role Model

Dr. Maggie Aderin-Pocok has been recognized by Mattel as a Barbie Role Model and honored with a Barbie made with her likeness. Click here to learn about Dr. Aderin-Pocok and her impact in STEM.

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Black History

Discover Your Black History Using The Freedmen’s Bureau Search Portal

The Freedmen’s Bureau Search Portal is a search engine where you, historians, and genealogists can search through records within the Freedmen’s Bureau.

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Women peacefully protesting at the March on Washington 1963

Black History

Free Black History Documentaries That Will Teach You Everything Your Teacher Did Not

Black History Month is here! It's the perfect time to learn Black historical facts. I created a list of Black historical documentaries that are will teach you interesting historical facts that you would never learn...

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Black History, What To Do In DC

Free Black Historical Sites and Museums To Visit In Washington, D.C.

Washington, D.C. is enriched in Black history. Check out these Black historical sites and museums during your next visit to the city.

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Coretta Scott King at Democratic National Convention 1976

Black History

Inspirational Quotes for Black History Month

We compiled a list of Black History Month quotes for days when you need motivation, inspiration, and empowerment. Check out the list of quotes here.

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Life Hacks

Free Black History Month Virtual Teams Backgrounds

Today marks the first day of Black History Month. Celebrate the month by changing the background of your virtual meetings to one of the designs attached.

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Lizzo playing James Madison crystal flute

Entertainment

Lizzo Played A 200-Year-Old Presidential Crystal Flute For The First Time

Lizzo played former President James Madison’s crystal flute at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C., a city that is a part of her North American tour.

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Ruby Bridges at a museum before artwork of her as a child

Culture

Civil Rights Activist Ruby Bridges Is The Author Of A New Children’s Book

Ruby Bridges' new book, “I Am Ruby Bridges,” highlights her life as a civil rights activist. Click here to read more about the book.

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Culture

The Madam CJ Walker Barbie Doll is Here!

Madam CJ Walker is the latest addition to Barbie's Inspiring Women Series that previously featured Rosa Parks, Maya Angelou, and Ella Fitzgerald. Click here to learn about Walker's impact on Black hair care entrepreneurship.

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Image of Signed DC Emancipation Act and an image of celebration of the DC Emancipation Day

Black History

The History Behind D.C. Emancipation Day

On April 16 1862, Former U.S. President Lincoln signed the D.C. Compensated Emancipation Act of 1862 into law.

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