Black History Month
Celebrating Black leaders shaping Columbus' culture, from a county commissioner to entrepreneurs and innovators making an impact.
For more than 100 years, Black political progress in the United States has reshaped the nation’s democracy at every level. From local offices won during eras of open voter suppression to landmark federal legislation and historic elections to the White House, Black Americans have consistently expanded access to the ballot, redefined leadership, and transformed public […]
For more than a century, Black media has been the heartbeat of Black storytelling in America. Long before headlines, broadcasts, or timelines existed, our stories lived through oral tradition. History was passed from elders to children in living rooms, churches, barbershops, and community gatherings. These spoken narratives preserved culture, survival, and resistance at a time […]
Urban One is proud to announce “REPRESENT,” a multimedia campaign that celebrates Black History and imagines what the next 100 years will look like.
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. was founded January 16, 1920, at Howard University by Arizona Cleaver Stemons, Pearl Anna Neal, Myrtle Tyler Faithful, Viola Tyler Goings, and Fannie Pettie Watts. Zeta Phi Beta has chartered hundreds of chapters worldwide and has a membership of 100,000+. Motto: “A community-conscious, action-oriented organization” Colors: Royal Blue and White […]
Delta Sigma Theta’s notable members have excelled in various fields, upholding a legacy of leadership, empowerment, and impactful community service.
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. was founded at Howard University on January 9, 1914 by three students: A. Langston Taylor, Charles I. Brown, Leonard F. Morse. The fraternity also help found their sister organization, Zeta Phi Beta, Inc. When they created the organization, they wanted to be a Greek letter fraternity that would truly exemplify […]
Omega Psi Phi was founded on November 17, 1911 on the campus of Howard University by Edgar Amos Love, Oscar James Cooper and Frank Coleman. The name was derived from the initials of the Greek phrase Omega Psi Phi meaning, “friendship is essential to the soul.” That phrase was also selected as the motto for […]
Black people have been present in Scotland for over 500 years, arriving through various means across different periods of Scottish history.
Harriet E. Wilson is considered the first Black woman to publish a novel in the U.S. Her book, 'Our Nig,' was released in 1859.
Don Cornelius, the legendary creator and host of 'Soul Train,' cemented an incredible legacy for Black music throughout the '70s and early 2000s.
The Fort Pierce home where Zora Neale Hurston spent her final years will soon be transformed into a visitor and education center, preserving her legacy for future generations.