No matter where in the United States you go, you are never far from African American history. Click on an individual state either on the map or from the column of states to the left, to see all BlackPast resources related to that state.
No matter where in the United States you go, you are never far from African American history. Click on an individual state either on the map or from the column of states to the left, to see all BlackPast resources related to that state.
Demand for BlackPast.org content is at an all‑time high. Yet our current funding cannot keep pace. Without additional support, the platform becomes vulnerable. Hundreds of thousands of untold stories risk being lost to history. We need partners who will defend Black history with us.
Join BlackPast.org's second international trip: this time to Portugal. From October 28 to November 7, 2026, we'll explore the rich, often overlooked history of the Black presence in Portugal while enjoying Portugal's current culture.
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This editorial page is part of an ongoing effort to present the ideas and opinions of individuals both within and beyond BlackPast.org that address the pressing issues and challenges facing African Americans and people of African Ancestry around the world, which are rooted in their historical experiences.
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Discover the rich and inspiring stories of Black history through our interactive timeline, highlighting key moments and figures that have shaped our world. Dive in and explore how history connects to the present and inspires the future!
