The New York Times – Travel:
On a snowy trip to Rochester and Auburn, N.Y., a writer explores the cities that Frederick Douglass and Harriet Tubman called home.
Author: Shayla Martin
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Celebrating Juneteenth, the Day Slavery Ended
The New York Times – Travel:
Juneteenth will be commemorated across the United States on June 19 with music, art, food and fireworks. We highlight programs in five places, including Galveston, Texas, known as the birthplace of the holiday.
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8 Places Across the U.S. to Learn About African American History
The New York Times – Travel:
Over the years, many important African American landmarks have disappeared or fallen into disrepair. An effort to restore them promises a fuller understanding of American history as a whole.
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8 Places Across the U.S. to Learn About African American History
The New York Times – Travel:
Over the years, many important African American landmarks have disappeared or fallen into disrepair. An effort to restore them promises a fuller understanding of American history as a whole.
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Diving Into the Local Culture on the Caribbean Island of St. Lucia
The New York Times – Travel:
Creole cooking classes, boisterous street parties, a tour of a cacao plantation and visits with islanders preserving local traditions: A traveler explores a more intimate St. Lucia.
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A Journey Through Black Nova Scotia
The New York Times – Travel:
The 400-year history of African culture in this maritime Canadian province is expansive, but it’s a story that’s been tucked into the shadows of Canadian history. Now, grass-root initiatives are changing that.