We know what you’re thinking. It’s February, the shortest month of the year and everyone and their mama is going to hit you over the head with a bunch of Black History Month data, facts, and highlights and statistics. Well, guess what? You’re right. BLACK ENTERPRISE is going hard with all things Blackety-Black per usual. We do this: 24, seven, 365 days of the year. BE is committed to producing content for us and by us, so it’s only right we go harder during the Blackest month of the calendar year. To kick things off, we’re suggesting folks get up, get out, and get better acquainted with these 10 historical places.
1) Congo Square
Considered the birthplace of Jazz, Congo Square was a gathering spot for the enslaved and free people of color to congregate and socialize, typically, on Sundays. Markets, drumming, dancing and celebrations took place in this historical landmark in New Orleans.
2) Harriet Tubman Home
Not many know the history of Harriet Tubman’s time in New York State. After finding freedom from enslavement for herself and others, The activist settled in Auburn, New York, where she remained till her death in 1913. At one point, the Tubman home was used for “the Aged and Infirm Negros .” Her home is now a national historical park site.