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10 Facts About Isaac Burns Murphy

18 August, 2010 (21:48) | African American History, Gerald Ivey | By: Haasim

Isaac Burns Murphy Portrait

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Mary McLeod Bethune: Her 1949 Historic Awards

15 July, 2010 (11:38) | African American History, African American Leaders | By: Haasim

Mary McLeod Bethune

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8 Facts about Cathay Williams, Female Buffalo Soldier

3 June, 2010 (08:32) | Buffalo Soldiers | By: Haasim

Cathay Williams, Female Buffalo Soldier

8 Facts About Cathay Williams

15 Facts About Colonel Charles Young

1 June, 2010 (06:37) | African American History | By: Haasim

Colonel Charles Young

15 Facts About Col. Charles Young

Memorial Day Tribute

1 June, 2010 (06:33) | Buffalo Soldiers | By: Haasim

African American Soldiers 

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Lorraine Hansberry Posters: Remembering Lorraine Hansberry

19 May, 2010 (06:04) | African American History | By: Haasim

Lorraine Hansberry

May 19th marks the day that Lorraine Hansberry was born in Chicago, Illinois. Many are not aware of the fact that her play, “A Raisin in the Sun” was the first play performed on Broadway that was written by an African American woman. Learn More About Lorraine Hansberry!

Remembering Dr. Dorothy Height

8 May, 2010 (09:14) | African American History, Civil Rights Movement | By: Haasim

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Madame C.J. Walker by Paul Collins

30 January, 2010 (04:48) | African American History, Art Print of the Week, Madame C.J. Walker, Paul Collins | By: Haasim

Our featured art print for the week comes from Paul Collins and is entitled “Madame C.J. Walker”.  It is a beautiful portrait of a tremendous African American entrpreneur by the name of Madame C.J. Walker.  Madame C.J. Walker will always be remembered as not only an incredible entrepreneur but also as the first female millionaire who became a millionaire by her own works and achievements.

Madame C.J. Walker by Paul Collins

Title: Madame C.J. Walker
Artist: Paul Collins
Size: 16×20 inches
Edition: Open Edition Giclee
Price: $175.00 +$8.50 shipping

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Selma March: From Every Mountainside Let Freedom Ring

25 January, 2010 (10:39) | Black History Month, Civil Rights Movement, New Releases | By: Haasim

New Release
Gallery: Black History Posters

Selma March Poster: From Every Mountainside Let Freedom Ring

Title: Selma March: From Every Mountaintop Let Freedom Ring
Size: 36 x 24 inches
Price: $8.99 + $8.50 shipping

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Coming Soon to our: Black History Poster Collection

Malcolm X Pictures & Prints: New Collection Available!

25 January, 2010 (09:52) | African American History, Black History Month, Malcolm X, New Releases, Site Updates | By: Haasim

We are proud to now have a full gallery that consists of Malcolm X pictures, prints and art.  Just in time for Black History Month these Malcolm X pictures are one of many ways to pay respect, homage and give reverence to the late and great beloved leader and black nationalist.  The pictures come from various periods of Malcolm’s life and most feature words from his powerful speeches.  You can find some samples of images in the gallery below:

Respect Everything by Julian Madyun - Malcolm X Picture Brotherhood - Malcolm X Picture

Visit the collection online: Malcolm X Art

Please note that we will be adding many more Malcom X pictures to this gallery during the course of this week.  Follow us on Twitter to keep up with what’s going on with the site!