Black History Month

Feb 1: Brooklyn Black History Maker, Aaliyah

"Most exalted one"

Feb 1, 2020 3:05 PM Read more >

Futura Noir: A bevy of exciting Black History Month programming kicks off at Brooklyn Museum's First Saturday

Jan 31, 2020 1:22 PM Read more >

"Iron Mike" Tyson is considered one of the best heavyweight boxers of all time.

Feb 28, 2019 4:14 PM Read more >

Raised in Crown Heights, Dr. McKinney Steward was the first black woman to earn a medical degree in New York.

Feb 27, 2019 5:14 PM Read more >

Judge Betty Staton co-founded the first African-American female law firm in the state of New York

Feb 26, 2019 3:18 PM Read more >

The award-winning director, producer, actor and writer is known for addressing the uncomfortable truths of American politics and race relations

Feb 25, 2019 4:47 PM Read more >

Grammy Award-winning artist Maxwell has been credited for spearheading the neo-soul movement.

Feb 24, 2019 4:37 PM Read more >

Eddie Murphy was listed as one of the "100 Greatest Stand-Ups of All Time" by Comedy Central

Feb 23, 2019 4:12 PM Read more >

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

Feb 22, 2019 1:35 PM Read more >

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

Feb 21, 2019 2:57 PM Read more >