Museum of African American Slavery: Lest We Forget - Phila, PA
Features the most extensive collection of slavery artifacts, Jim Crow memorabilia and information ever assembled for public examination “free of charge”.
Not Just A Hoe - Summerville, SC
Features furniture, pottery and textiles handcrafted by enslaved Africans. Items were made and used on many of the plantations throughout South Carolina.
Black Inventions Museum - Los Angeles, CA
Pays tribute to the invaluable intellectual contributions African Americans have made to the progress of society.
Granville T. Woods: The Black Edison - NY
A tribute to this electrical genius who patented over 45 electrical and mechanical inventions that were critical to communications and the development of rail transportation.
George Washington Carver Exhibit - Washington, DC
Includes information about this prolific scientist and the multitude of his inventions and other little known facts about his inventive genious.
FREE ADMISSION & EVERYONE IS WELCOME
Date: April 23rd & 24th, 2011
Time: 11am - 7pm
Place: Pennsylvania Convention Center, Philadelphia, PA @ 12th & Arch Streets
The history of African Americans is an inspiring testimony to the strength of the human spirit in the face of overwhelming adversity. The Black History Showcase strives to promote awareness, knowledge and understanding of African American history among all people, while furthering pride, dignity and inspiration in those who identify directly with African American heritage.