Frederick Douglass was an Eastern Shore native, abolitionist leader, social reformer, and one of the most important leaders of the movement for African American civil rights in the 19th century.

When you think about Black History Month, several figures likely come to mind, with Harriet Tubman and Frederick Douglass ...

Today marks the 207th anniversary of the birth of Frederick Douglass, one of the greatest Americans to ever live. After he ...

Sam Bradley, executive director of the Pan African History Museum USA, recites Frederick Douglass' famed Fourth of July ...

The effort to name the House Press Gallery after abolitionist Frederick Douglass is getting a push forward as Rep. Byron ...

Frederick Douglass, born into slavery in 1818, never knew the precise date he was born, but later chose Feb. 14 as his ...

A Massachusetts city was once home to a famous abolitionist who picked Valentine's Day to celebrate his birth. Frederick Douglass is now forever enshrined in the New Bedford neighborhood where he once ...

For Black History Month, a family member of a prominent figure in history was at the Springfield Museum of History.

Benjamin Quarles, a celebrated historian at Morgan State University, faced an uphill battle to chronicle the Black experience ...

What is the origin of Black History Month? Discover its significance, historical roots, and this year's theme, celebrating ...

Knoxville will celebrate Black History Month with opportunities to learn about and highlight the accomplishments of African Americans through a variety of events for everyone. Observances ...

Black History Month, celebrated annually in February, is a time to honor the significant contributions and achievements of Black Americans throughout U.S.