Contralto #MarianAnderson performed from 1925 to 1965 despite #racist obstacles as a #Black woman. On #ThisDayInHistory in 1939, with #EleanorRoosevelt's help, she sang to an integrated crowd of 75,000 at the #LincolnMemorial, after being barred from #ConstitutionHall by #DAR.

On April 9, 1939, after being barred from #ConstitutionHall due to her race, #MarianAnderson sang at the Lincoln Memorial for 75,000 people - thanks to First Lady #EleanorRoosevelt, who helped arrange the concert. A defining moment in civil rights history. 🎶🇺🇸 #History #Equality

Marian Anderson shattered barriers with her remarkable voice, challenging segregation & paving the way for Black artists. In 1939, she made history singing at the #LincolnMemorial after being denied a stage due at #ConstitutionHall. A true American icon. #BlackHistoryMonth #MarianAnderson

Janet Jackson is coming to DC - woo-hoo! Now I need for @JRsportsaholic to sponsor my ticket :) #ConstitutionHall #LoveJanet