
A Seemingly Impossible Connection At first glance, the question seems absurd. What could a 19th-century humorist from Missouri possibly have to do with the 1954 Supreme Court decision that dismantled segregation in public schools? As it turns out, quite a … Continue reading →

Join us on Tuesday, July 9th at 6:30 PM for a fast, fun, and fascinating multimedia presentation celebrating the legendary Brian Stokes Mitchell! Whether you’re a Broadway aficionado or new to his extraordinary talent, this event promises to be an … Continue reading →

Jimmy Carter was an enigma. A profoundly religious Southern Baptist, raised by a segregationist Father and an open-spirited mother who nursed Black families without pay in southern Georgia, Carter’s unique background made him hard to define and hard to understand. … Continue reading →

Jimmy Carter was an enigma. A profoundly religious Southern Baptist, raised by a segregationist Father and an open-spirited mother who nursed Black families without pay in southern Georgia, Carter’s unique background made him hard to define and hard to understand. … Continue reading →

Louis Armstrong, one of history’s most beloved and influential jazz musicians, was rarely seen without his Star of David necklace. While many assumed it was simply a fashion statement, Armstrong wore it as a deeply personal tribute to the Jewish family … Continue reading →