Town Square
What is the origin of Black History Month?
Posted on · Experts talk about how and why Black History Month came to be and the importance of acknowledging achievement of African Americans at every opportunity possible.
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Town Square
Exploring The Evolution Of Gospel Music And Celebrating Houston’s Gospel Heritage
Posted on · What is Houston's role in the history of gospel music? A local scholar and a music expert discuss. Plus, we continue to keep you informed about COVID in Greater Houston with updates on variants.
Press
Houston Public Media Launches Local Multi-Media Collaboration Around The Black Church
Posted on · HPM, University of Houston and KTSU Produce Series of Original Programming The Black Church in Houston
Press
Houston Public Media to Lead Broadcast of the State of BLACK TEXAS Event
Posted on · Houston Public Media will broadcast the Houston Defender Network’s State of BLACK TEXAS event on News 88.7 (NPR for Greater Houston) Feb. 11 and Feb. 28.
Arts & Culture
7 Places To See African American Art In Houston
Posted on · Explore galleries and museums, or take in some music during this African American History Month.
Arts & Culture
City Hall Photo Exhibit Celebrates Houston’s Fourth Ward
Posted on · An acclaimed local photographer’s work is on display at City Hall, reflecting on the past and present of a Houston neighborhood, while also honoring Black History Month.
Arts & Culture
15 Ways To Celebrate African American History Month in Houston
Posted on · Get the most out of this year’s Black History Month with film, plays, panels and much more in the Houston area.
Classical Classroom
Classical Classroom, Episode 191: Talkin’ About the Blues (Dialogues) with Rachel Barton Pine
Posted on · RBP’s project to bring attention to black composers has been 15 years in the making.
Houston Matters
What Was Life Like for Freed Slaves in Houston After The Civil War?
Posted on · Houston Matters learns about the challenges of life in Greater Houston for freed slaves after the Civil War.
Black History Month
Video: What Inspired Stanley Nelson To Make The Documentary “Tell Them We Are Rising”?
Posted on · The film airs February 19 on Houston Public Media TV 8.
Houston Matters
What Was Life Like For Freed Slaves In Houston After The Civil War?
Posted on · Houston Matters learns about the challenges of life in Greater Houston for freed slaves after the Civil War.
Black History Month
WATCH: The Legacy Of Prairie View A&M
Posted on · This is one of the oldest public universities in Texas
Black History Month
WATCH: The Legacy Of Texas Southern University
Posted on · When established, it was the only public higher learning institution for African Americans within Houston's city limits
Black History Month
WATCH: Mayor Sylvester Turner On What It Means To Be African American Today
Posted on · "Life will knock you down, but you learn how to get back up."
Black History Month
FEBRUARY TV LISTINGS: Celebrating African-American Innovators Of Yesterday And Change Makers Of Today
Posted on · Tune in to Houston Public Media TV 8 throughout the month.