Black History Month with NMAAHC Curator Mary Elliott

Although I celebrate e’ry day, happy Black History Month! ~ V Mary Elliott, the museum’s curator of slavery and freedom, discusses the origin of Black History Month, its significance and why it’s a special occasion at the museum. In 2023, the theme is “Black Resistance,” and stories of Black Resistance abound throughout the museum. For the next few weeks, the museum will focus on five … Continue reading Black History Month with NMAAHC Curator Mary Elliott

Jubilee Singers: Sacrifice and Glory

“Jubilee Singers: Sacrifice and Glory,” produced by Llewellyn Smith, tells the story of a group of former slaves who battled prejudice and oppression to sing their way into a nation’s heart. Eventually, they would perform for presidents and queens, tour the United States and Europe, and establish songs like “Swing Low, Sweet Chariot” and “This Little Light of Mine” as a cherished part of the … Continue reading Jubilee Singers: Sacrifice and Glory