The observance of Black History Month, in the United States, had it’s beginning as Negro History Week in 1926. Carter G. Woodson, a historian, who was black, wanted to educate the American people about African-American history. His intent was to focus on the culture, the backgrounds and the  achievements of African Americans.

He established the Association for...Read More

More than 300 people came face-to-face with history when law firm Waller, Lansden Dortch & Davis hosted civil rights leader U.S. Rep. John Lewis at its annual luncheon in Nashville celebrating the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Congressman Lewis, a friend of Dr. King, was a leader of...Read More

Hadley Park Regional Center began celebrating Black History Month with a series of interesting, educational, events beginning February 1. All the events, which are free and open to the public, take place at the historic community center located at 1037 28th Avenue North, Nashville, Tenn. 37208. Here’s the outstanding lineup of programs...Read More