Marcus Garvey “A people without the knowledge of their past history, origin and culture is like a tree without roots.” Black nationalist and Pan-African visionary; founder of the Universal Negro Improvement Association. Garvey reminds us that history gives a people roots, identity, and direction. Wear the history: Marcus Garvey — from the Black Knowledge Wear […]
Honoring those we lost on June 2 — remembered for what they gave, and for what they left behind. Bo Diddley Born December 30, 1928 — Died June 2, 2008 Title: Singer, songwriter, guitarist, and rock-and-roll pioneer Bo Diddley was one of the foundational figures in rock-and-roll, known for his signature rhythm and guitar style. […]
What happened on this day. These are the June 2 moments in Black history worth knowing, remembering, and passing on. 1863 — The Combahee River Raid frees hundreds of enslaved people On June 2, 1863, Harriet Tubman helped lead Union forces in the Combahee River Raid in South Carolina. The operation disrupted Confederate resources and […]
Born on this day. These are the birthdays we celebrate on June 2 — the people whose lives added to the story of Black history. Dorothy West Born June 2, 1907 — Died August 16, 1998 Title: Writer, novelist, and Harlem Renaissance figure Dorothy West was a writer connected to the Harlem Renaissance, one of […]
Madam C.J. Walker “Don’t sit down and wait for the opportunities to come. Get up and make them.” First self-made Black woman millionaire in the U.S.; pioneer in Black beauty and haircare. Walker’s words turn ambition into action: don’t wait for doors to open, build your own. Wear the history: Madam C.J. Walker — from […]
Honoring those we lost on June 1 — remembered for what they gave, and for what they left behind. David Ruffin Born January 18, 1941 — Died June 1, 1991 Title: Soul singer and lead vocalist of The Temptations David Ruffin was one of the defining voices of Motown, best known as a lead singer […]
What happened on this day. These are the June 1 moments in Black history worth knowing, remembering, and passing on. 1921 — The Tulsa Race Massacre destroys Greenwood On June 1, 1921, white mobs continued their attack on the Greenwood District of Tulsa, Oklahoma, one of the most prosperous Black communities in the United States. […]
Born on this day. These are the birthdays we celebrate on June 1 — the people whose lives added to the story of Black history. Morgan Freeman Born June 1, 1937 Title: Actor, producer, and narrator Morgan Freeman is one of the most respected actors of his generation, known for his calm authority, emotional depth, […]
Bayard Rustin “We need, in every community, a group of angelic troublemakers.” Civil rights strategist, pacifist, and key organizer of the 1963 March on Washington. This quote honors the people willing to disrupt injustice with purpose, discipline, and courage.
Honoring those we lost on May 31 — remembered for what they gave, and for what they left behind. John Jones Born November 3, 1817 — Died May 31, 1879 Field: Abolition / Underground Railroad / Civil Rights / Chicago Black History John Jones was an abolitionist, businessman, civil rights activist, and one of Chicago’s […]