We are right in the thick of Black History Month and there's so much left to learn. There's still plenty of time to celebrate your history and get your children in on the fun. But, you don’t have to pack up the kids and rush to the nearest museum this weekend for your requisite family Black History Month lesson. A Convenient, Kid-Friendly Way to Squeeze in a Black History … [Read more...]
Travel Tuesday: The Int’l Civil Rights Museum!
As Black History Month comes to a close, I find myself watching a lot of wonderful documentaries on significant moments in our history. This weekend I've watched "Slavery by Another Name," Independent Lens' "First Lady of Little Rock: Daisy Bates," and "February One: The Story of the Greensboro Four." There have also been a lot of media on the ground breaking ceremony for … [Read more...]
Travel Tuesday: Celebrate Black History Month & Vacation With A Purpose!
February is here (well, almost)! It's officially time to celebrate Black History month. Washington, D.C., is our nation's capital and a great place to visit on a family vacation. If you are thinking of bringing the family to D.C. for a visit, be sure to visit some of the African American historical sites and vacation with a purpose. DC is home to several notable black … [Read more...]