We're proud to house one of the works from the Portsmouth Public Poetry Project - come by 222 Court St. to see a poem by Paul Cody, Poet Laureate, in honor of our very own Valerie Cunningham.
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#poetry #supportlocalartists
At today's Flag Raising in Exeter, the Trail's board member (& BLMNH CEO) Tanisha Johnson recited Durane West's poem "America, It Is to Thee". Full video on our YouTube shortly!
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#america250 #blackhistory #poetry
Today, local band students and a group of musicians from New Orleans in PMAC's Jazz Parade began their march from the African Burying Ground. Dariya spoke to them about the history behind the site.
Thanks to PMAC for organizing such a great event, and for inviting us to participate!
Artist Manuel Ramirez with Positive Street Art has begun work on the Ona Judge Staines Mural - swipe for a sneak preview! #Blackhistory #portsmouthnh
#Juneteenth will be here sooner than you think. Why not check out some of last years' Juneteenth program: www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Qrh...
Erica Armstrong Dunbar, acclaimed author, will be joining us at the unveiling of the Ona Judge Mural. Read more here: blackheritagetrailnh.org/events/mural...
This woman escaped slavery by George Washington at 22 - living the rest of her life in freedom in New Hampshire. Learn more about Ona Marie Judge here: blackheritagetrailnh.org/ona-judge-mu... #blackhistory #newhampshire #foundingfathers
Planning on attending our unveiling of the Ona Judge Mural? RSVP here: secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/...
#Blackhistory #africanamericanstories #Blacknewengland
Just like the Granite State, 222 Court St has a long history. Without donors and supporters like you, we wouldn't be able to continue bringing the past to life in the present.
#NHhistory #archaeology #thankyouthursday
Spring has just barely sprung, but we're getting ready for summer all the same. Read all about our Juneteenth plans for 2026 here: blackheritagetrailnh.org/events/junet...
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#Juneteenth #blackhistory
5/23 @ 2PM: Celebrate the inspiring story of the young woman who escaped George & Martha Washington to live freely in New Hampshire. Remarks and a reception to follow.
Learn more: blackheritagetrailnh.org/ona-judge-mu...
#BlackHistoryNH #OnaJudge #HistoryThroughArt #FreedomInNH
We're hiring - come be a part of our team as a part-time seasonal Receptionist: blackheritagetrailnh.org/hiring/recep...
Enjoyed last month's Tea Talks? Keep an eye out for our Traveling Tea Talks throughout the state later in the year.
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ANNOUNCEMENT: Our unveiling of the Ona Judge Mural has been rescheduled from Thursday, May 21 to Saturday, May 23. Mark it on your calendars - and decide what you'll do now that #OnaJudgeDay is freed up again!
Neither snow, sleet or rain stopped this group from taking a tour with Nur yesterday!
Want to learn about Black history in Portsmouth? Register for one of our upcoming tours (or request a private tour): blackheritagetrailnh.org/tou...
Former BHTNH Board President Dwight Davis had his jersey retired at his alma mater. See the event (and more) on NH Chronicle tonight:
www.wmur.com/article/tonight...
Have you seen "Sinners"? Would you be interested in a community discussion of the film hosted by the Trail? Let us know in the comments below.
Our very own Dariya Steele spoke with the NH Center for Justice & Equity about discovering New Hampshire's Black history - read here: nhcje.org/blog/unveiling-hid...
The Ona Judge mural will be unveiled on Ona Judge Day - Thursday, May 21. Read more about the project here: blackheritagetrailnh.org/ona...
Today in history: the US Supreme Court ruled that the Mende people who took control of the Amistad were indeed free men, guaranteeing their freedom.
The Amistad will be making a voyage to Portsmouth, NH, later this year - learn more here: blackheritagetrailnh.org/eve...
Catch a discussion surrounding Shadows Fall North on 3/5 in Keene. #BlackHistoryMonth might be ending, but Black History is part of US History year-round.
Did you miss our February Tea Talks? Catch the full series on YouTube today: youtu.be/Jfzmc_IZiDs?si=WjxF...
The Trail's very own Dariya Steele was on Seacoast Stories this past week, telling the story of Ona Judge. Listen below:
Apple Podcasts: zurl.co/cnq4j
Spotify: zurl.co/tI4XL
Join the final EWH Tea Talk of 2026 here: blackheritagetrailnh-org.zoo...
There's a lot of ways to make your voice heard. Learn how to support the Trail (or any nonprofit) beyond donating: blackheritagetrailnh.org/new...
REMEMBERING JESSE JACKSON:
In his speech to the 1984 DNC (linked below), Rev. Jackson argued that the fight for social justice requires a coalition of all. Today, take a minute to reflect on what you can do to protect the other "patches" of society, not just your own. zurl.co/Gxvim #BlackOratory
On the latest episode of The State We’re In on @nhpbs.bsky.social Melanie Plenda speaks with JerriAnne about the story of Ona Judge and why understanding the full history of enslavement, resistance, and the pursuit of freedom is essential to a healthy democracy.
nhpbs.org/statewerein
View the 2/8 Tea Talk here: youtu.be/DWqJmUhhlm4
View the 2/8 Tea Talk here: youtu.be/DWqJmUhhlm4
Want to catch today's Tea Talk from home? Join the Zoom here: blackheritagetrailnh-org.zoo...
