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  • Marcus Garvey’s Black Star Line

    • Black History
    • Photography

    Marcus Garvey believed in the power of ships and transportation to change the lives of Black people all over the world.

  • African Americans and the Newport News Port of Embarkation in World War I

    • Black History
    • Collections

    Dressed in a high-collared wool uniform with a corporal’s rank insignia sewn on his right sleeve, Benjamin Harrison Splowne had reason to beam.

  • Behind the Scenes on the SS United States with Albert Durant

    • Black History
    • Collections
    • Photography

    Photographer Albert Durant approached the opportunity to be on board the SS United States during its trial run to focus on fellow people of color whose service made the passengers’ journey pleasurable.

  • A World War II Camp Hill Mystery…

    • Black History
    • Collections
    • Hampton Roads History
    • Military

    Discovering the history of Camp Hill, a staging camp in Newport News for black troops.

  • Hampton Roads During WWII: USO Clubs

    • Black History
    • Military
    • Photography

    USO clubs helped soldiers feel at home and gave them the opportunity to step away from the job and the realities of war. They provided leisure, like dances, ping pong tables, and other games; entertainment, sometimes local bands or even Hollywood celebrities would make an appearance (!); and they often had a snack bar, too, selling sandwiches, smokes and soda (but not liquor!) to service people.

  • What is “Hidden Histories”?

    • Hidden Histories

    Hidden Histories will give names, agency, and interpretation of the unidentified Black people depicted in our Collections.

  • African American US Medal Of Honor Recipients During The Civil War – Part I: US Navy

    • Black History
    • Military

    Many African American sailors served with distinction throughout the war, continuously demonstrating their skill and bravery during numerous engagements.

  • Matthew Henson: An Arctic Explorer

    • Black History
    • Collections
    • Exploration

    Matthew Henson was a black explorer who sailed many expeditions, including one to the North Pole!

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