To start painting a picture of Miami’s thriving Black community, there’s one fact that stands out among the rest: Nearly half of the people who voted to incorporate the city were Black men—and the very first name on Miami’s charter (Silas Austin) was one of these men. Continuing this momentum, development of the city’s infrastructure…
San Francisco has a powerful legacy of Black history stretching as far back as the Gold Rush. That lineage is reflected in a tapestry of landmarks, enclaves, and traditions reflecting the contributions and culture of Black San Franciscans. Head to the Fillmore District to discover an area that was once known as the “Harlem of…
Home to a variety of high quality Black-owned businesses, Fort Worth has everything one could hope for. From dance classes and nightlife, to shopping for loved ones and working out, you’ll find some of everything on this list. And don’t forget to add self care into the equation when it comes to your visit. Fort…
For true food enthusiasts, you’d be hard pressed to find more variety in cuisine than what is offered in Fort Worth, Texas. From wineries to sandwich shops, barbecue to soulfood, you’ll find a little bit of everything to tantalize your pallet. With culinary influences from West Africa, Mexico, Europe and South America, all these flavors…
Accommodations in Fort Worth are plentiful, but when you’re looking for those locations owned by minority business people, it can get a little tricky. However, there are two notable options when visiting the historic city of Fort Worth, and we’ve summed up both for you below. Hotel Dryce Fort Worth businessman and Black entrepreneurJonathan Morris…
In order to truly understand a place, it is often imperative to visit the oldest neighborhoods in the area: Fort Worth is no exception. Mirroring what can be found in most of United States history, many of the historically Black neighborhoods in Fort Worth began as predominantly white. The existence of Black pioneers in Fort…
If you are looking to be entertained, Fort Worth has lots to choose from. From large stadium shows to the oldest Black Rodeo in the nation, you’ll find it all in the Unexpected City. Below are just a sample of what’s on offer for those looking for a multicultural experience during their visit. Bill Pickett…
With Texas being the home of Juneteenth, the national holiday used to commemorate the day the enslaved in Galveston were emancipated two years after the proclamation was signed, there are a number of sites in Fort Worth where Black history is celebrated and shared. It can be a challenge to pare down your options, so…
sepi One of New Orleans’ most powerful and transformative tours is both self-guided and completely free. Tucked at the edge of the French Quarter and Tremé neighborhoods, Louis Armstrong Park holds within it a space that has carried the heartbeat of Black resistance and resilience for over three centuries: Congo Square. Shaded by ancient oaks,…
The Civil Rights Trail isn’t just a road trip — it’s a pilgrimage. Spanning cities that helped shape the soul of the nation, the trail traces the footsteps of the leaders, communities, and events that challenged systemic injustice and transformed the American landscape. This 7-day itinerary blends history, reflection, and cultural insight into one powerful…