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Buffalo’s Pan-American Exposition of 1901 — Black History Minute
The Pan-American Exposition of 1901 was a world’s fair that took place in Buffalo from May 1, 1901 to November 2, 1901. At the Paris Exposition in 1900, activists and individuals such as W.E.B. DuBois contributed an entry for the United States, titled the “Negro Exhibit.” This exhibit displayed the life and achievements of the African American population in the years following their emancipation.
From Farm to Factory in Western New York — Buffalo Black History Minute
In the late 19th century, many African Americans moved up North to create better lives. Industrial cities such as Buffalo offered a great number of opportunities. Here, they found better jobs and better lives for themselves and their families.
Especially during and after World War I, Buffalo presented the African American community with better prospects than the South had.
Booker T. Washington — Buffalo Black History Minute
Booker T. Washington was a popular spokesman and leader of the African American community. Washington was born in 1956 in Hale’s Ford, Va., and belonged to the last generation of African Americans to be born into slavery. He was extremely influential to both black and white parties, and his followers called him the “Tuskegee Machine.” His other accomplishments include writing 14 novels, including
Buffalo’s First Resident Joseph Hodge — Buffalo Black History Minute
Joseph Hodge was the first non-Native American settler in the Buffalo area. After escaping slavery in the mid 1700s, Hodge married into the Seneca tribe. He and his wife operated a fur trading post, and he often worked as an interpreter.
National Liberty Party’s First National Convention — Buffalo Black History Minute
The National Liberty Party was a minor political party founded in 1840, consisting of abolitionists who broke away from the American Anti-Slavery Society. They believed that the Constitution was an anti-slavery document and used the document to support their efforts. The National Liberty Party’s first national convention took place in Arcade, N.Y., on April 1, 1840.
National Conventions of Colored Citizens — Black History Minute
The National Convention of Colored Citizens, one of the most significant conventions in abolition movements, began on August 15, 1843, in Buffalo. The Convention lasted four days, and its participants discussed their efforts to claim the rights of other American citizens. Perhaps the most notable of speeches was by Rev. Henry Highland Garnet, who radically encouraged slaves to strive for total ema
The Free Soil Party in Buffalo — Buffalo Black History
The Free Soil Party was a very short-lived political party, remaining active from 1848 until fully absorbing into the Republican Party in 1854. The FSP was formed in Buffalo at Lafayette Square (known then as Court House Park). Although short-lived, the party was groundbreaking for mainly consisting of anti-slavery members. After fusing with the Republican Party, anti-slavery Democrats also switch
2014 #WBLKPromTakeover – Sneak Peek [VIDEO]
Last week it got all the way turnt up at the Tapestry Charter High School Prom, winner of the 2014 WBLK Prom Takeover contest.
DJ Brian B’s Memorial Day Throwback Mix [DOWNLOAD]
Just in case you missed it, here is DJ Brian B's 2 hour mix, along side Lady K, during the 2013 Memorial Day Throwback Mix Weekend on Sunday May 26.
Peace of Mind Quality Child Care + Kingdom Kids Family Fun Center — Buffalo Small Business
Peace of Mind Quality Child Care + Kingdom Kids Family Fun Center
Located at: Peace of Mind Quality Child Care: 696 Broadway, Buffalo; Kingdom Kids Family Fun Center: 690 Broadway, Buffalo.
Phone Number: 854-5464 (Kingdom Kids Family Fun Center)
History: Peace of Mind Quality Child Care was established in 1997 and then relocated to its current location in 2005 with a capacity of 95 children...
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The Underground Railroad in Buffalo — A Photo Tour [PICTURES]
As recent films Lincoln and Django Unchained remind us, America was no playground when the Fugitive Slave Act was law. African Americans were forcibly stripped of their very humanity; they were worth less than nothing and treated as just another piece of the furniture set.
Oddly enough, this horrendous period was the cause of one of Buffalo's greatest triumphs.
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra — Buffalo Small Business
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra
Located at: Kleinhans Music Hall, 3 Symphony Circle, Buffalo
Phone Number: 716-885-5000
Box Office Regular Season Hours (through Saturday, June 8, 2013): Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a...