Urban Perspectives with Akbar Pray

Rediscovering Ancient Egypt in Harlem

Since 1985, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) has been actively commissioning permanent public artworks to enhance the transit experience for commuters and visitors alike. One of the most recent exhibitions at The Met,...

Tracing History from Africa to the Diaspora: A Collective Journey

From precolonial African societies to the modern diaspora, Black women have played a crucial role in engineering and technological advancements despite systemic barriers. Before the transatlantic slave trade, African civilizations had highly developed...

27 Black Women Making Waves in the Architecture and Design Industry

Sandra Githinji, a talented designer, has made significant strides in her career by collaborating with the Black in Design Collective for a collection with CB2. This collaboration has opened up new opportunities for...

Rediscovering Ancient Egypt in Harlem

Since 1985, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) has been actively commissioning permanent public artworks, with over four hundred installations to date. One of the most recent exhibitions at The Met, titled “Flight into...

The foundation of African-American history lies in the use of medicinal herbs

Medicinal herbs have been used for centuries by various cultures around the world for their healing properties. In African American history, these herbs have played a significant role in traditional medicine practices and...

Dean of Liberal Arts collaborates on book exploring African American urban history

In the realm of African American urban history, the essays compiled in a recent publication cover a diverse range of experiences, shedding light on various aspects of Black urban life throughout different time...

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