Arts & Culture

Juneteenth: How Far We Have To Go

Growing up in Kansas City, I always remember celebrating Juneteenth with my family and attending…

Celebrate Pride Month Around the World with KAYAK’s Pride Guide

The rainbow flags are up, the glitter is spread, and with the arrival of June,…

10 Historic Neighborhoods That Celebrate Black Excellence

Black business districts and neighborhoods have always provided a sense of belonging and safety that…

Nat Turner’s Rebellion Explained – Facts vs. Myths

Nat Turner’s Rebellion was a historic slave uprising that took place in Southampton County, Virginia,…

Here’s What You Need to Learn about Afro-Nicaraguans

You may already know that Latin America is decorated with Afro-culture. Afro-Brazilians invented dynamic and…

Black Creators Who Changed Genre Storytelling

The worlds of science fiction, fantasy, horror, and speculative fiction have long been dominated by…

An Unofficial History of Southern Soul Food

Soul food is an important staple of the Black community and one of the most…

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The Story of James Weldon Johnson, Creator of the Black National Anthem

On February 12, 1900, five hundred students of the segregated Stanton School in Jacksonville, Florida,…

10 Soul Food Restaurants to Visit

Soul food — two words that immediately bring a smile to my face, with a…

Celebrating Native American Heritage Month: Exploring the Ties Between Native Americans and Black Americans

Native American Heritage Month, celebrated each November, offers a powerful opportunity to honor the history,…