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The leading art fair dedicated to contemporary African art makes its mark on the continent for the first time this weekend.
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The artist’s works turn the brutality of history inside out.
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When we discuss the growing list of African Americans who have been shot down by police, the story of Tyisha Miller is often overlooked
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The Poor People’s Campaign marked an important transition in U.S. history. While drawing attention to poverty, the campaign also helped set the stage for future social justice movements.
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Synonymous with Chicago is the DuSable Museum, and inseparably linking them is Margaret Burroughs.
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After nearly 30 years of collecting rare artifacts, this Detroit teacher launched a mobile museum that travels the country educating people on African American history all year round.
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Join OkayAfrica as we celebrate love with these nostalgic photos of our parents and grandparents.
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Debbie McClain espouses the notion of giving back to the community in grand style — something she and her family have been doing for generations.
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