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…
From the ashes of segregation and exclusion has risen a bold new chapter in Black hospitality. Whether rooted in historic safe havens for Black travelers or shaped by contemporary visions of luxury, Black-owned hotels are now redefining excellence across the United States and the Caribbean. These properties aren’t just places to stay — they’re stories,…
AFROPUNK BLKTOPIA Brooklyn, NYAugust 23–24, 2025 AFROPUNK isn’t just a festival — it’s a lifestyle, a statement, a sanctuary. What began as a 2003 documentary spotlighting Black punk culture has evolved into one of the most powerful global celebrations of Black individuality and radical creativity. In 2025, AFROPUNK returns to its spiritual home in Brooklyn…