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The Rich History of Dance on DVD

Few may remember the rather juvenile comments objecting to the announcement on April 20, 2016 by the Department of the U.S. Treasury that Harriet Tubman (ca. 1822–1913) would front the new $20 currency, set to debut in 2020. Apart from the conservative protests of "political correctness"—led by then Republican presidential candidate Donald J. Trump, who has

Vintage African American photography courtesy of Black History Album, The Way We Were. Follow Us On Twitter @blackhistoryalb

This exhibition celebrates the rich and diverse culture of Harlem, New York. In the 1920s and 1930s, Harlem became a symbol of the African American struggle for civil and economic equality while emerging as a flourishing center of black culture, art and music. The vitality of the cultural, social and political activity of this notable place and time in American history forever

From Josephine Baker to Hazel Scott and Ethel Waters, keep scrolling to gawk over our beauty crushes from the Harlem Renaissance.

BABEYOND on Instagram: "Introducing the Sensational Ever Collection, inspired by the iconic Josephine Baker, hailed as "The most sensational woman anyone ever saw" by Ernest Hemingway. ✨🌟👗💫 #babeyond #newcollection #powerfulwoman #josephinebaker #womenwhodance #powerfulblackwomen #vintagestyle #roaring20s #1920sfashion"

Saidie Sellyna - 1920's - Singer and actress in Russia - @~ Watsonette

The Concise Illustrated History of 1920s Fashion and Style for Women. The trends, silhouettes, dresses, shoes, hats, hairstyles and makeup looks

These stunning vintage snapshots show the beauty of African-American women in their normal lives from between 1920s to 1940s. h/t: vintag.es

Entertainers who've made a name for themselves, but managed not to become household names can finally have their day.