Mary McLeod Bethune was photographed about 1910 as principal of the Daytona Beach school that grew into Bethune-Cookman University. Her statue now represents Florida in the nation's Capitol ...

Mary McLeod Bethune's dream “Dr. Bethune had a dream that she would be an educator or missionary,” Lucas-Youmans said. “So, ...

Mary McLeod Bethune was born in 1875 to former slaves. Found school for girls in 1904 with only $1.50. Friendship with first lady leads to federal appointment at National Youth Administration; ...

In case you missed it: New marble Mary McLeod Bethune statue arrives in Daytona Beach Wednesday morning Those who want to see the sculpture will need to get a ticket for one of six daily time ...

Mary McLeod Bethune, Director of Negro Affairs, National Youth Administration (NYA); an identified member of the local committee; Marian Anderson, celebrated contralto; 1942, Courtesy: Library of ...

More about the unveiling: Mary McLeod Bethune statue unveiling this week at the US Capitol in Washington, D.C. Leaders behind statue project: Diverse Daytona Beach group joins forces on Mary ...

Educator and civil rights activist Mary McLeod Bethune makes history as the first Black person to have a state-commissioned statue in the U.S. Capitol's Statuary Hall, replacing a confederate statue.

Watching via live stream, Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune's Black Roses, her cherished students at Bethune–Cookman University, gave a standing ovation as the chiseled marble statue honoring Bethune was ...

Step Into The Legacy Of Mary McLeod Bethune In New NMAAHC Exhibit. NMAAHC's exhibit features more than 100 images and artifacts highlighting Bethune, NCNW, and other Black women activists.