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Paul Laurence Dunbar: The Trailblazing Poet and Literary Luminary

By Tamara Shiloh Paul Laurence Dunbar, born on June 27, 1872, emerged as one of the most influential Black poets in American literature. His powerful dialect...

Since March 28, the Museum has shared digital elements to highlight the final year in the life and works of Dr. King – from his delivery of the “Beyond Vietnam” speech, to the “Mountaintop” speech hours prior to his assassination, and subsequent reactions.

Black History6 years ago

PRESS ROOM: National Civil Rights Museum to Host Virtual Commemoration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Death

NNPA NEWSWIRE — “We should always stop and reflect on the life and legacy of Dr. King on April 4, but this year it is needed...

When diverse students are allowed to utilize their talents and skills, they often become self-motivated, because they feel affirmed, valued, and respected.

Commentary7 years ago

COMMENTARY: Is There More to Teaching and Learning Than Testing?

NNPA ESSA PUBLIC AWARENESS CAMPAIGN — In order for education to capitalize on the strengths and talents of learners and the skills and professionalism of their...

Art7 years ago

Local teen poet wins gold medal at national arts competition

LOUISIANA WEEKLY — When Lusher Charter School senior Raven Little began writing poetry in a seventh-grade creative writing class, her work covered many of the usual subjects...

Leila Mottley, a student at Oakland School of the Arts, has served as Oakland’s 2018 youth poet laureate.

Art8 years ago

Applications Being Accepted for Oakland’s Youth Poet Laureate Contest

OAKLAND POST — Oakland’s Youth Poet Laureate program is a citywide effort to celebrate literacy through poetry and connect young writers to far-reaching opportunities.

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Paul Laurence Dunbar: The Trailblazing Poet and Literary Luminary

PRESS ROOM: National Civil Rights Museum to Host Virtual Commemoration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Death

COMMENTARY: Is There More to Teaching and Learning Than Testing?

Local teen poet wins gold medal at national arts competition

Applications Being Accepted for Oakland’s Youth Poet Laureate Contest

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Paul Laurence Dunbar: The Trailblazing Poet and Literary Luminary

PRESS ROOM: National Civil Rights Museum to Host Virtual Commemoration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Death

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Local teen poet wins gold medal at national arts competition

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