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Big Idea: African American Storytelling in Museums
Kansas history is African American history and has been since before settlement. In museums, however, the stories of African Americans are often missing or inaccurate.
Full StoryBig Idea: Stories of Resilience and Determination: African American Genealogy Research in Kansas
Sherri Camp, genealogy librarian and author, explores the unique challenge of African American genealogy research in Kansas.
Full StoryBig Idea: Top 10 Influential African American Musical Artists
Musician and historian Lem Sheppard shares his list of top 10 African American musical artists. The list of musicians is united by a common thread of tonality, spirituality, and social consciousness.
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