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What does it mean to live a good life? Psychologists and social scientists have been focusing on a new idea called flourishing – a sense of well-being that goes beyond just happiness or success.
The Army Mad Scientist Initiative is planning to host a virtual event with The College of William and Mary in fall 2025, focusing on great power competition and conflict in an age of authoritarian ...
Details about the grand opening of the DIA’s new African American art galleries, as well as additional programing and events, will be announced at a later date leading up to October 2025.
The Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) will relocate and reopen its African American art galleries in October 2025. The new galleries will be centrally located near the Rivera Court, showcasing 50 ...
At a time when it is under scrutiny from the White House, the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture is without its director, who stepped down last month.
The National Museum of African American History and Culture faces an uncertain future as Trump's latest anti-DEI order unfolds.
Modern-day meanings of braiding styles Today, African American hair braiding styles still carry coded meanings — from fashion statements to political declarations.
Nauticus invited the community to celebrate the groundbreaking contributions of African American scientists and inventors on Saturday, Feb. 15, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
"Mad Scientist Music"—the tag that Harry Schnipper, owner of venerated D.C. jazz venue Blues Alley, admiringly applied to Ben Patterson's creations—is an apt description for this trombonist's work.
From inventors who changed industries to scientists who expanded the boundaries of knowledge, this event will shine a light on their invaluable contributions to our world.
The state has designated these moments and more as part of the Vermont African American Heritage Trail consisting of buildings and markers commemorating significant moments in Black history.