It’s Black History Month every month. #NewDayNewDu
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Our Juneteenth celebration is right around the corner, and we’re looking for education, entertainment, and food vendors to help make our BBQ & Block Party the best one yet!
Scan the QR code, or visit the link below to fill out a vendor request form.
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Happy birthday, James Brown! Join us in celebrating the legacy of the Godfather of Soul, as we gear up to celebrate Black Music Month in June.
What's your favorite James Brown song, lyric, or memory? Comment below and email us your thoughts to join the celebration!
In anticipation of the world premiere of She Who Dared, Chicago Opera Theater (COT) is partnering with The DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center to present a free community concert: Sounds of Progress: Opera and the Civil Rights Movement. purchase.chicagooperatheater…
Join Mather at The DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center on April 17 from 1 - 3 PM!
Take part in a meaningful discussion and enjoy a guided, hands-on opportunity to begin creating your own story quilt panel.
Exciting news – Ambassador Carol Moseley Braun was elected as the new Board Chair for The DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center! chicago.suntimes.com/news/20…
Join us this Wednesday, April 9, on Facebook Live for a special Lunch and Learn session exploring the life and legacy of Kathryn Magnolia Johnson with special guest, Dr. Armand Gonzalzles.
On this day, we remember and honor the legacy of Scott Joplin, an American composer and pianist. Joplin was dubbed the "King of Ragtime,” having composed more than 40 ragtime pieces, one ragtime ballet, and two operas. #BlackHistory #ScottJoplin #Ragtime
Five Black women from Chattanooga took a stand against the KKK in a groundbreaking 1982 civil case, using the law to demand justice for their community. Join us for a FREE screening, followed by an insightful discussion on March 26. 🎥
Join us on March 26th as Dr. Nancy Davis from DePaul University uncovers the remarkable stories of African American women during the Reconstruction era.
The DuSable Black History Museum and Education center and Joan Collaso Inc Present WHEN DIVAS MEET! Join us on March 28th as we honor the contributions of Great Black Women in Music! Purchase tickets here:
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Join us for a discussion about the political impact of the Reconstruction era for African Americans with special guest, Dr. Ted Williams III., Chairman of the Social Science Department at Kennedy-King College!
Tune in on our Facebook Live or join via Zoom (link in flyer)!
Looking for the perfect gift this holiday season? The Du’s online shop has something for everyone!
Whether you're shopping for someone special or treating yourself, your purchase supports the Du's mission to celebrate Black history and education.
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We continue celebrating 25 years of the Chicago Alliance of African American Photographers! Today, we're featuring "Friendly Competition" by Jim Morris, which depicts senior citizens competing at the Chess Pavilion near Chicago's lakefront at North Avenue.
Join us for The Story of 400 Years presented by the Chicago Black Artist Union! Enjoy music, choreography and visual media presentations, as we honor our past and inspire our fututre. Visit Dusable.org/events for more information!
The Board of Trustees and staff of The DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center would like to extend a heartfelt congratulations to fellow Trustee John C. Sciaccotta, Esq. on being elected 2024 – 2025 President of the @ChicagoBarAssoc!
Today we celebrate the remarkable Dr. Margaret Taylor-Burroughs, founder of the DuSable Museum, an exemplary leader and pioneer in the arts and champion of Black culture. Join us in celebrating her life and legacy! #DuCelebrate
Join us tomorrow, Friday Nov. 1 to honor the legacy of our founder Dr. Margaret Taylor-Burroughs with special guest and Chicago's Urban Historian, @6figga_dilla!
This is a FREE event, but please submit an RSVP to Perry via email : [email protected].
With the election right around the corner, it’s important to know what’s on the ballot to exercise our civic duties and vote on Nov. 5!
Join us on Facebook for our pre-election conversations from Oct. 28 through Nov. 4, Monday through Friday at noon.
We continue celebrating 25 years of the Chicago Alliance of African American Photographers! Today, we're highlighting "Blues Legend" by Michael Bracey, which features the legendary Koko Taylor at a benefit concert at the Riviera Theater.
