Crispus Attucks “He is the first to defy, the first to die.” First American killed in the Boston Massacre; a Black patriot and symbol of revolution. This tribute line remembers Attucks as a symbol of Black presence in America’s freedom struggle.
Honoring those we lost on June 10 — remembered for what they gave, and for what they left behind. Marcus Garvey Born August 17, 1887 — Died June 10, 1940 Title: Pan-Africanist, Black nationalist, publisher, organizer, and founder of the UNIA Marcus Garvey was one of the most influential Black nationalist and Pan-African leaders of […]
What happened on this day. These are the June 10 moments in Black history worth knowing, remembering, and passing on. 1954 — Southern governors organize resistance to school integration On June 10, 1954, governors and representatives from twelve Southern states met in Richmond, Virginia, to resist the Supreme Court’s Brown v. Board of Education decision. […]
Born on this day. These are the birthdays we celebrate on June 10 — the people whose lives added to the story of Black history. Hattie McDaniel Born June 10, 1893 or 1895 — Died October 26, 1952 Title: Actress, singer, songwriter, and Oscar winner Hattie McDaniel was the first Black person to win an […]
Lucy Craft Laney “God has nothing to make men and women out of but boys and girls.” Founder of the Haines Normal and Industrial Institute; believed deeply in Black youth. Laney’s quote centers the power of educating children before they become tomorrow’s leaders.
Honoring those we lost on June 9 — remembered for what they gave, and for what they left behind. Alain Locke Born September 13, 1885 — Died June 9, 1954 Title: Philosopher, educator, writer, and Harlem Renaissance architect Alain Locke was a philosopher and educator often called the “Dean” of the Harlem Renaissance. His anthology […]
What happened on this day. These are the June 9 moments in Black history worth knowing, remembering, and passing on. 1948 — Oliver W. Hill is elected to Richmond City Council On June 9, 1948, attorney Oliver W. Hill was elected to Richmond City Council, becoming the first African American elected to that body since […]
Born on this day. These are the birthdays we celebrate on June 9 — the people whose lives added to the story of Black history. Jackie Wilson Born June 9, 1934 — Died January 21, 1984 Title: Singer, performer, and soul music pioneer Jackie Wilson, known as “Mr. Excitement,” was one of the great performers […]
Oscar Micheaux “There is no barrier to success which diligence and perseverance cannot hurdle.” Independent Black filmmaker who made over 40 race-conscious films during segregation. Micheaux’s words speak to persistence, independence, and creating a path when none is offered.
Honoring those we lost on June 8 — remembered for what they gave, and for what they left behind. Bonnie Pointer Born July 11, 1950 — Died June 8, 2020 Title: Singer, songwriter, and founding member of The Pointer Sisters Bonnie Pointer helped form The Pointer Sisters, a group that moved through gospel, soul, country, […]