Black History Month

MC Lyte forged the way for other female MCs to find their path in the often-sexist, male-dominated world of hip-hop.

The singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist has been ranked among the 100 Greatest Artists of Hard Rock. 

Thompson made history when he became the first African-American state senator to represent Brooklyn in 1965.

Wallace was one of the greatest and most influential rappers of all time

Gabourey Sidibe broke barriers, defied stereotypes and is defining her own success

Yasiin Bey is an entertainer who has achieved international acclaim, but has never forgotten his Brooklyn roots

A week of reflection and future-forward fun inspired by the African Diaspora and Black History Month

Chris Rock has become one of the most successful and well-known stand-ups in modern comedy, earning him the moniker, "funniest man in America.”

Stephanie Mills, also known as "the little lady with a big voice, is a living legend whose career has stretched four decades.

April Walker's clothing brand gets a reboot, as it takes up residency in Port Authority Bus Terminal for Black History Month