Black History 365

 

Black History 365 is a collection of stories, art, and events that highlight the history, heritage, and contributions of Black Marylanders and the history of the people of the African Diaspora in Annapolis & Anne Arundel County. Here, their culture and excellence are celebrated year-round through a collaborative initiative across county and statewide organizations spearheaded by the Banneker-Douglass Tubman Museum.

We have curated a list of events, blogs, and organizations dedicated to African American History and Heritage. When planning your visit to Annapolis & Anne Arundel County, begin your journey with one of these institutions. The conversation has begun, but it is not yet finished...

Click here to submit your Black History event, exhibition, program, or virtual event.

Explore our new Civil Rights Guide for Annapolis and Anne Arundel County, featuring 60 sites to commemorate the 60th Anniversary of the Civil Rights Acts of 1964.

Civil Rights Guide for Annapolis and Anne Arundel County

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Civil Rights Guide for Annapolis and Anne Arundel County

2024 marks the 60th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, a historic law making discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, and national origin illegal. In light of this significant milestone, Governor Wes Moore of Maryland declared 2024 as Maryland's Year of Civil Rights. To honor this occasion, the state has planned various events, exhibits, and commemorations throughout the year.

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Black Cultural Experiences in Anne Arundel County

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Banneker-Douglass Museum

Kunta Kinte advertisement.

Maryland State Archives

Carr's Beach, Hoppy Adams and two men stand on the grandstand.

African American History & Heritage in Anne Arundel County

A group of black people in costumes march in the Juneteenth parade in Annapolis, MD.

Annapolis Juneteenth Parade & Festival

Three black men singing on a stage at a festival

Kunta Kinte Heritage Festival

A loung area with four orange chairs at the Michael Busch Library in Annapolis

Anne Arundel County Public Libraries

Explore Civil Rights in Maryland

Celebrating Black History Month in Annapolis

Explore Civil Rights in Maryland

The struggle for Black civil rights in Maryland created a legacy of lasting change that shaped the nation. As Black Marylanders faced discrimination throughout Jim Crow segregation, they organized, resisted injustice and were victorious in fighting for their rights. Students and adults, men and women, and people young and old demonstrated and fought in courtrooms and on picket lines, challenging the “separate but equal” doctrine. Maryland is the proud birthplace of civil rights leaders Thurgood Marshall, Verda M.F. Welcome, Gloria Richardson, Clarence Mitchell, Jr. and countless others. 

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African American Heritage Tours

Discover more about African American Heritage & History with a guided walking tour from historic Annapolis to Southern Anne Arundel County.

Kunta Kinte-Alex Haley Memorial

Kunta Kinte-Alex Haley Memorial

In 1992, the Kunta Kinte-Alex Haley Foundation, under the leadership of President...

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Colonial Tours of Annapolis

Colonial Tours of Annapolis

Whether making a day trip to Annapolis, vacationing in the area, or living here, a...

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Our Legacy Tours

Our Legacy Tours

The capital of the state of Maryland is deeply rich in African American history. OLT...

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Annapolis Walking Tours by Watermark

Annapolis Walking Tours by Watermark

Journey into the history, culture, and fun of the Chesapeake region with Annapolis...

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Annapolis Discovered Blogs

Discover stories of African American Art, Culture, History, Music, Activism, and more on our blog site Annapolis Discovered. The city and county are full of murals from local African American Artists; find them along the historic streets of downtown Annapolis. Discover the history of Annapolis' first and only Black Mayor, John T. Chambers, or walk in the footsteps of African American Watermen in Southern Anne Arundel County. Plan to visit Annapolis during the Kunta-Kinte Heritage Festival or the city's Juneteenth Parade and Festival. No matter your interests, African American Culture and Heritage abound in Annapolis & Anne Arundel County.

The Kunta Kinta - Alex Haley Memorial in Annapolis, MD.

John T. Chambers, the First and Only Black Mayor of Annapolis

Galesville Hot Sox courtesy of Galesville Community Center Organization, Inc. Archival Collection

In Southern Anne Arundel County, Galesville Offers Maryland’s Own Field of (Negro League) Dreams

Carr's Beach, Crowd watching the teenagers broadcast.

Remembering Carr’s Beach: The Most Popular African American Beach and Music Venue on the Chesapeake

Benjamin & Margaret Crowner and their children stand for a portrait.

Margaret Crowner's Cook Shop, Galesville's Gathering Place

Comacell in front of the Carr's Beach mural at MC3

Comacell “Cell Spitfire” Brown: A Visual Historian of Annapolis Black Culture

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Future History Now: The Breonna Taylor Mural

Aris T. Allen Statue

Who Was Aris T. Allen?

Cornelius White working on the skipjack of City of Crisfield.

African American Watermen of the Chesapeake

Maynard Burgess House circa 2021

The Maynard-Burgess House and the History of Free African Americans in Annapolis

The burial boxes of Smith price and his child.

The Repatriation, Reunion, and Reburial of Annapolitan Smith Price

Sydney Barber of the United State Naval Academy.

Meet Sydney Barber, Midshipman Brigade Commander, USNA

African American Heritage Tour Lends Perspective

Beyond ‘Harriet’: The Heart of the Underground Railroad

Kunta Kinte advertisement.

Celebrating Freedom at the Inaugural 2021 Annapolis Juneteenth Festival

The Legacy of Wiley H. Bates in Annapolis

Historic Brewer Hill Cemetery

Artist rendering of Annapolis Taxi Cab Mural

Annapolis Art in Public Spaces Commission

White Oak pavilion and outdoor lounge area at Westin BWI

Concierge Desk, Westin BWI

Haley family stands with mayor Gavin Buckley circa August 2021

Alex Haley Day, a New Tradition Unfolds

Black History, Black Voices

Discover our video archive of Black History, Black Artists, Black Business Owners and more.

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Honoring Maryland-Native African American Icons

Martin Luther King, Jr. and David Apter talking about the 1963 march on Washington.

Remembering the Foot Soldiers of the 1963 March on Washington

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Future History Now: The Breonna Taylor Mural

Dexter Hamlett as Ebenezer Scrooge.

Annapolis Shakespeare Company, The Classic Theatre of Maryland

Macarons in a box with a bow.

Sweet Eden Bakeshop

Black History Events & Programming

Celebrate Black History all year round with a collaborative initiative spearheaded by the Banneker -Douglass Museum in cooperation with Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County. Join us as we celebrate the history, heritage and culture of the people of the African Diaspora in Annapolis & Anne Arundel County.

To submit your Black History event, exhibition, program or virtual event, click here.

 

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