The Education Division of the National Endowment for the Humanities fosters curricular innovation through its grant programs. For the past nine years NEH's Humanities Connections program, in particular, has supported curricula connecting the humanities to non-humanities fields. As humanities programs become more interdisciplinary, faculty must collaborate with colleagues who may share very different approaches, both to […]
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Join us for a talk by Marie Watt (Seneca Nation of Indians), an interdisciplinary contemporary artist specializing in community collaborations that foster the sharing of collective memories and storytelling.
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Local History Librarian Joel Reese will be discussing the African American churches in Iredell County that have cemeteries and the historical significance of these sites. Some are abandoned and others are still active, but they all hold a piece of Black history that tell the story of a strong community.
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Discover the stories that shape our community in a special four-part conversation series! Hosted by the Alliance for Historic Hillsborough and the Telling the Full Story committee, each session dives into the history of local sites from our interactive map, with engaging video presentations and oral histories that bring these places to life. Join us […]
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Start your Fridays with coffee, culture, and community! Throughout February, the John P. "Top" Greene Community Center invites you to enjoy a complimentary cup of Dunkin’ coffee while engaging in enriching cultural discussions and exploring the fascinating onsite exhibit, "Centuries in the Making". Celebrate Black History Month as we highlight the inspiring legacy of East […]
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Dive into the fascinating world of genealogy and uncover the stories that shaped your family’s past! In ‘Shaking Your Family Tree 101’, you’ll learn how to trace your ancestry, analyze historical records, and explore your cultural heritage like never before. With hands-on access to powerful online databases and expert guidance, this course makes piecing together […]
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Discover the stories that shape our community in a special four-part conversation series! Hosted by the Alliance for Historic Hillsborough and the Telling the Full Story committee, each session dives into the history of local sites from our interactive map, with engaging video presentations and oral histories that bring these places to life. Join us […]
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Diane Faison has been enchanting audiences for years with her one-woman show depicting the most inspiring historical voice for abolition: Harriet Tubman. This program is for all ages, including families.
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Join us at the COR Museum to make vintage-inspired Valentine's Day Cards while sipping on wine or champaign & eating local chocolate. **All supplies for card making are included in ticket price, as are the two glasses of wine & chocolates. Fun evening!
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Start your Fridays with coffee, culture, and community! Throughout February, the John P. "Top" Greene Community Center invites you to enjoy a complimentary cup of Dunkin’ coffee while engaging in enriching cultural discussions and exploring the fascinating onsite exhibit, "Centuries in the Making". Celebrate Black History Month as we highlight the inspiring legacy of East […]
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Shaking Your Family Tree 201 - Intermediate takes your genealogy journey to the next level! This dynamic course dives into advanced research techniques, empowering you to unlock family secrets and uncover stories you never knew existed. With expert guidance and hands-on exercises, you’ll master the use of specialized records, harness the power of technology, and […]
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From 10 a.m -12 p.m watch local artist Tyler Jones create live work, engage in conversations with creatives in the community, and enjoy some fun crafts! From 12:30 to 2 p.m., there will be a formal panel featuring JP Jermaine Powell, Pinkie Strother, Samantha Everette, Lord Phly, and Drew Jones. The panel will be facilitated […]
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From 10 a.m -12 p.m watch local artist Tyler Jones create live work, engage in conversations with creatives in the community, and enjoy some fun crafts! From 12:30 to 2 p.m., there will be a formal panel featuring JP Jermaine Powell, Pinkie Strother, Samantha Everette, Lord Phly, and Drew Jones. The panel will be facilitated […]
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The City of Raleigh Museum is thrilled to host renowned North Carolina African-American genealogist and librarian Wanda Cox Bailey to discuss how the depiction of Black people in American literature has evolved over time and in the wake of the Civil Rights Movement. A question and answer session will follow the presentation. Please join us at noon in […]
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Discover the stories that shape our community in a special four-part conversation series! Hosted by the Alliance for Historic Hillsborough and the Telling the Full Story committee, each session dives into the history of local sites from our interactive map, with engaging video presentations and oral histories that bring these places to life. Join us […]
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Start your Fridays with coffee, culture, and community! Throughout February, the John P. "Top" Greene Community Center invites you to enjoy a complimentary cup of Dunkin’ coffee while engaging in enriching cultural discussions and exploring the fascinating onsite exhibit, "Centuries in the Making". Celebrate Black History Month as we highlight the inspiring legacy of East […]
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For Black History Month, the Dr. M.T. Pope House and the City of Raleigh Museum will focus on African American Emancipation through education, business ownership, and civic engagement, with academic presentations and music. The theme for the African American Symposium is “Joy Cometh in the Morning”. After the Civil War, formally enslaved African Americans rejoiced […]
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Cine Casual is thrilled to announce our first-ever community class! Join us for an 8-week exploration of Latin American history through the lens of cinema. Together, we’ll dive into iconic films that illuminate the region’s rich cultural, political, and social heritage. 📅 Dates: Tuesdays from February 25 - April 15 (6:30 - 8 pm)* 📍 Location: VisArt Video (3104 Eastway Dr, […] |
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6 events,Every history organization can take part in the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States, a major milestone with the potential to transform both our field and society. 250 Con is an online event that will highlight ways for your organization to get involved in the commemoration. At 250 Con, you’ll hear from organizers of […]
$50 – $90
Discover the stories that shape our community in a special four-part conversation series! Hosted by the Alliance for Historic Hillsborough and the Telling the Full Story committee, each session dives into the history of local sites from our interactive map, with engaging video presentations and oral histories that bring these places to life. Join us […]
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This history club at Chocowinity Middle School in Chocowinity, NC, will host a Black History Month Was Museum. Students from the club were able to choose African American characters of their choice and pose as frozen statues throughout the school. When someone comes up and presses a pretend button, they will be they will start […]
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Start your Fridays with coffee, culture, and community! Throughout February, the John P. "Top" Greene Community Center invites you to enjoy a complimentary cup of Dunkin’ coffee while engaging in enriching cultural discussions and exploring the fascinating onsite exhibit, "Centuries in the Making". Celebrate Black History Month as we highlight the inspiring legacy of East […]
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Legacies of Lynching: An Inaugural Gathering Saturday, March 1, 2025, 8 am to 5 pm Friday Conference Center, Chapel Hill, North Carolina This day-long convening, hosted by University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill (UNC-CH) Center for the Study of the American South (CSAS) and Southern Futures (SF) in conjunction with the North Carolina Community Remembrance Coalitions […]
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