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Making a Way Out of No Way
Through community institutions and activism, African Americans crafted possibilities in a world that denied them opportunities.
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The Constellation
Artifacts and topics illuminating connections to history
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Lesser-Known Stories
Shining a new light on the African American past and its people.
Bridget "Biddy" Mason
Entrepreneur and philanthropist Bridget “Biddy” Mason helped to establish the First African Methodist Episcopal Church of Los Angeles.
The Pacific Parachute Company
Skydiving entrepreneur Howard “Skippy” Smith founded one of the first Black-owned and managed war production plants during World War II.
The Mississippi Health Project II
In June and October of 2021, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. offered an array of health services to Mississippi residents in underserved communities.
Bridget "Biddy" Mason
Entrepreneur and philanthropist Bridget “Biddy” Mason helped to establish the First African Methodist Episcopal Church of Los Angeles.
The Mississippi Health Project II
In June and October of 2021, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. offered an array of health services to Mississippi residents in underserved communities.
The Pacific Parachute Company
Skydiving entrepreneur Howard “Skippy” Smith founded one of the first Black-owned and managed war production plants during World War II.
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Present to Past
Current events and issues from a historical perspective
Law
African Americans continue the fight for social justice and equal treatment under the law.
Health
Structural racism and racist beliefs about African Americans shape access to care and health outcomes.
Education
African Americans established schools for their communities and have taken innovative approaches to education while challenging segregation and discrimination.
Military
While serving the nation, African Americans continued to fight for justice and their own freedom
Law
African Americans continue the fight for social justice and equal treatment under the law.
Education
African Americans established schools for their communities and have taken innovative approaches to education while challenging segregation and discrimination.
Health
Structural racism and racist beliefs about African Americans shape access to care and health outcomes.
Military
While serving the nation, African Americans continued to fight for justice and their own freedom
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How We Know What We Know
Methods, tools, and sources used to study African American history and culture