‘We Are the Lifeline’, One Center’s Fight For Black Maternal Health
In Philadelphia, the Oshun Family Center has become a lifeline for families navigating the country’s growing maternal health crisis.
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“It’s a Family Reunion”: Philly Caribbean Festival Brings Diaspora Together for 39 Years
On August 25, 1991, the Caribbean Festival Committee (CFC) presented the 5th Annual Caribbean Festival at Penn’s Landing in Philadelphia. That year, more than 50,000 people came together to celebrate the music, food, and culture of the islands, making it one of Penn’s Landing’s most successful events of the year.
Afrobeats, Dance, and Heritage Shine at 17th Annual ACANA African Festival
The 17th Annual ACANA African Festival lit up Cherry Street Pier with vibrant Afrofusion music, energetic dance, rich culinary delights, and cultural celebration.
Trailblazer Honored: City Reveals Statue Design for Dr. Sadie T.M. Alexander
On July 30, 2025, City Hall honored Dr. Sadie T.M. Alexander—America’s first Black woman economist and lawyer—with a statue unveiling led by sculptor Vinnie Bagwell, Mayor Cherelle Parker, and Dr. Rae Alexander-Minter. The tribute highlights her legacy, Black excellence, and cultural memory in Philadelphia.
Good Trouble Lives On: Protesters Rally at Philadelphia City Hall to Honor John Lewis’ Legacy and Demand Justice
Photos by Aidan Gallo Michelle Flamer, a retired lawyer, stands for a portrait at the Good Trouble Lives On protest…
Black And Brown Artists Are Building The Table, Not Begging For A Seat
With Daily Dressings and Build The Table, Tiara Brown and her team are creating a platform where Black and Brown artists do not just survive, they succeed.
American flags. Parades. Fireworks
These familiar sights capture the spirit of Independence Day — a celebration of freedom. At the heart of that freedom is the right to express oneself, a core value honored every Fourth of July.
Juneteenth Jubilation at AAMP’s 5th Annual Block Party
On Thursday, June 19, hundreds gathered at the African American Museum in Philadelphia (AAMP) for its 5th annual Juneteenth Block Party, commemorating the holiday’s 160th anniversary. Hosted in partnership with Welcome America, Inc. and VISIT PHILADELPHIA, the vibrant celebration brought together art, history, music, food, and family fun in the city’s heart.