Moraine Valley Community College students will learn about the oldest known holiday to commemorate the ending of slavery in the United States. The session will focus on the historical significance and cultural traditions of the forgotten holiday. This discussion is part of the Black History Month Celebration. Juneteenth: A Celebration of Freedom The audio of… Continue reading Juneteenth: A Celebration of Freedom (video)
Category: Black History Month
Monologues from African-American History
Hear their stories. Learn about prominent black historical figures followed by a discussion on the history, role and impact they had on society. Featured figures include: -Mary Eliza Mahoney -Jean Baptiste du Sable -Gwen Ifill -Aretha Franklin -Muhammad Ali -Shirley Chisholm -Thurgood Marshall -Dr. Mae C Jamieson -Alvin Ailey Live Museum and Monologues Project The… Continue reading Monologues from African-American History