‘Charlotte icon and legend’ broke barriers in NC and nation as city’s first Black nurse
Thereasea Clark Elder broke barriers for Black public health nurses in Charlotte as the city’s first for the life-saving profession. Born in 1927, the Charlotte native grew up i ...
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African Americans in seafood industry heart of new exhibit
The exhibit debuting March 9 on Harkers Island features the ongoing NC Catch initiative that highlights African Americans in ...
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Voices of Black history live on at Freedom Park in Downtown Raleigh
Discover the history and significance of Freedom Park in downtown Raleigh, designed by architect Phil Freelon, honoring ...
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Charlotte's ABEC striving to empower Black entrepreneurs and creators
Charlotte's Association of Black Entrepreneurs and Creators (ABEC) is a dynamic student organization dedicated to empowering ...
New ‘Dark & Divine’ art exhibit in Charlotte celebrates Black beauty in all its forms
In the past year, Dasia Hood has been making an indelible mark for herself on the local art scene. As part of that journey, ...
Seven months later, Charlotte City Council moves to start arts and culture plan
The latest step occurred Feb. 10, when Charlotte City Council approved participating in the revamped system by an 8-2 vote.
Local woman works to honor, celebrate Afro-Latina roots
There are about six million Afro-Latino adults in the United States. And this Charlotte woman has set out to educate and celebrate her Afro-Latina culture through her non-profit La Casa de la Cultura.