The poetry and influence of the great

PHYLLIS WHEATLEY

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The legendary and fiery Frederick Douglass 🔥

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“Between the Christianity of this land, and the Christianity of Christ, I recognize the widest possible difference.”

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Let’s celebrate W.C. Handy, a true musical pioneer whose work bridged folk traditions & mainstream music. His songs still inspire, and his legacy is honored at festivals and monuments nationwide. 🎺 #BluesPioneer #BlackExcellence #BlackMagic #BlackMusic

W.C. Handy’s influence goes beyond music—his 1941 autobiography, Father of the Blues, is a vital record of Black American musical traditions. His life’s work inspired generations of musicians. 📖🎶

Handy played a key role in making Memphis synonymous with the blues; His music captured the spirit of Beale Street, helping define the city’s cultural legacy through timeless tunes. 🎶 #Memphis #BealeStreet

Handy’s early years weren’t easy—his family discouraged secular music. But his passion for the cornet and performing never wavered. His dedication led to preserving and sharing Black American folk music with the world. 🌟

W.C. Handy’s “Memphis Blues” (1912) was a phenomenon, bringing blues music into the spotlight. Hits like “St. Louis Blues” & “Beale Street Blues” remain iconic. Handy’s work made the blues a cornerstone of American music. 🎷

Today we honor the legacy of W.C. Handy, the "Father of the Blues." Born Nov 16, 1873, in Florence, Alabama, Handy brought blues music to the world, blending Black folk traditions with mainstream music. His legacy still resonates in American music history. 🎶 #WCHandy #BlackHistory #Legend

A prolific writer, Washington authored 14 books, including Up from Slavery 📖, his inspiring autobiography, where he detailed his journey from slavery to national prominence. His legendary words still resonate.

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Washington was a skilled orator 🎙️. In his 1895 Atlanta Exposition speech, he encouraged Black Americans to seek economic progress while advocating for gradual social equality—a stance that sparked debate.

In 1881, Washington founded Tuskegee Institute 📚, a vocational school focused on training Black students in skilled trades. Under his leadership, Tuskegee became one of the top Black institutions in the country.

Born enslaved on April 5, 1856, Booker T. Washington became a leading Black educator, author, and advisor to U.S. presidents. He believed that education and hard work would uplift the Black community.

Today I honor the life and achievements of the great Booker T. Washington, who passed into eternity on this date 109 years ago, November 14, 1915. His legacy as an educator, leader, and advocate for Black advancement lives on. ✨📚

Her role in Aida was a monumental achievement, opening doors for future generations of Black performers in spaces where they had long been excluded. 🌹👏🏾 Collins’ legacy lives on, inspiring dancers, artists, and dreamers everywhere to push boundaries and embrace the power of artistic expression. 💫🎨

On this day, November 13, in 1951, Janet Collins made history as the first Black woman to perform at the Metropolitan Opera in New York City. 🌆💃🏾 Her talent and resilience broke barriers in ballet and opera, redefining possibilities in the arts. 🎶🌟

Today in Black History: Janet Collins' Historic Performance at the Metropolitan Opera 🎭✨

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📜 *Words of Harriet Jacobs* 📜

"I can testify, from my own experience and observation, that slavery is a curse to the whites as well as to the blacks. It makes the white fathers cruel and sensual; the sons violent and licentious; it contaminates the daughters, and makes the wives wretched."