Black Michiganders have been shaping our state since day one. The impact of Black history extends into every aspect of culture: art, music, science, medicine, sports, and more.
Here, you can find some of the stories of African-Americans that may have been left out of your history book.
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A new historical marker honors a beloved Ann Arbor school that closed 60 years ago and the complicated history that shaped the school and the surrounding neighborhood. -
How tariffs could be affecting grocery costs, Detroit poet Melba Boyd on writers and historic thinkers who influenced her work, and remembering ACCESS founder Ismael Ahmed. -
The new building for the Grand Rapids African American Museum & Archives is 15 times the size of its previous storefront location. -
In this episode of Stateside, the rebuilding of the Edenville dam begins, but residents are the ones footing the bill and lawsuits have been filed. And we celebrate the 100th birthday of Malcolm X. -
A look into the 60th anniversary of the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History. -
In this edition of Stateside, we discuss the impact of budget cuts on the U.S. Institute for Libraries and Museums. Then, a celebration for the 60th anniversary of Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History. Finally, we introduce the debut of Stateside’s new podcast special, Revival.
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Hundreds of Amos Paul Kennedy Jr.’s posters appear in his book “Citizen Printer.” He spoke with Michigan Public about letterpress printing's history and modern relevance. -
In his book, Forever in the Path, Pero Dagbovie explores the history of African-American students and staff at Michigan State University. He spoke to Michigan Public. -
In her book "When Detroit Played the Numbers," Felicia B. George looks at the history and influence of illegal gambling in Detroit. She spoke to Michigan Public. -
Today, a survey of the recent presidential nominee visits targeting Black voters in Detroit. Then, true tales from a storied cemetery you can visit this spooky season. Plus, how Michiganders are considering cannabis policy as a factor in their presidential vote.
