Meet the Tampa Bay History Center’s first Curator of Black History
Fred Hearns lived Tampa history years before the Tampa Bay History Center was built on the waterfront in Channelside. Now he’s the Tampa Bay History Center’s first Curator of Black History.
Tampa photographer turns talents to activism, capturing Black history in the making
Photographer Ashley Canay spends her days capturing the precious moments of people's lives, but as outrage over the death of George Floyd sparked cultural movements, she turned her camera to document history in the making.
Teachers bring inspiring African American stories to life during Black History Month
Every day during the month of February, Teidra Everett dresses up as an essential figure in Black history, prompting her students to learn more about race, culture, and America's past.
Bay Area man walked 265 miles to fight for equal voting rights
If Richard Smiley's feet could talk, they would tell stories of walking for justice and civil rights.
Experience the historical landmarks of St. Pete on the African American Heritage Trail
From a renowned concert hall to landmark community staples, South St. Petersburg boasts a rich African American history.
Building a sense of history: Hillsborough County library system offers resources on Black history
The Hillsborough County Public Libraries is inviting others to use their resources to discover books and movies about Black history, as well as creative works by history-makers.
Exhibit honoring first Black Major League Baseball coach Buck O’Neil on display in Sarasota
Buck O'Neil, the grandson of slaves, grew up in Sarasota during the 1920s. He went on to be a Negro League star and the first Black coach in Major League Baseball.
Black entrepreneurs find success at St. Petersburg's 1Pier
Along the St. Petersburg pier, you'll find several kiosks where entrepreneurs sell their products. But then there's 1Pier, a kiosk of nine entrepreneurs, all African-American women with different businesses, banding together.
Civil rights to the White House: Black leaders who blazed trails in US politics and changed American history
From the Montgomery Bus Boycott to the 2020 election of Vice President Kamala Harris, here are some of the pioneers who blazed trails in civil rights and American politics.
CROWN Act would protect workers, students from discrimination based on hairstyle
Several states have already adopted similar bills into law and a lawmaker from Orlando hopes Florida will be next.
Researchers confirm discovery of 29 African American graves from Greenwood Cemetery in Clearwater
Archeologists have located 29 graves of African Americans in what used to be the North Greenwood Cemetery. The African American cemetery was relocated in 1954 to make way for redevelopment.
Black-owned businesses get boost from dedicated bus tour
Candy Lowe is leading a group on a shopping spree throughout Tampa, stopping at businesses owned and operated by African Americans.
Beauty supply store owner opens doors for other Black entrepreneurs
A woman who never lost focus of her dream to own her own business achieved her goal through hard work and passion. Her story of perseverance is a tribute to Black heritage and is what's right with Tampa Bay.
Graves from African American cemetery located on Pinellas County school property
Archeologists and researchers have identified more than two dozen African American graves on what is now property owned by the city of Clearwater and Pinellas County schools.
From humble beginnings, St. Petersburg business owner builds legacy, pays it forward
From public housing to the boardroom, OT Delancy has come a long way. In honor of Black History Month, FOX 13 News is highlighting his achievements.
Black leads, Black legacy, Black love stories: These free-to-stream films are perfect for Black History Month
Celebrate Black History Month with Tubi. The streaming platform offers one of the largest Black cinema collections available online — and it’s free.
Black History Month focusing on ‘The Black Family’ as theme for 2021
The Association for the Study of African American Life and History, or ASALH, chose the theme because the Black family has been a target of study in various academic disciplines.
Feb. 1 marks National Freedom Day, observing the end of slavery
Feb. 1 isn’t just the first day of Black History Month. It’s also National Freedom Day, pioneered by a former slave to commemorate abolition.
Black History Month: The little-known backstory
February marks the start of Black History Month and while many people are familiar with the annual celebration, the details of its origin are not as well known.
Owners of popular South St. Pete restaurant reshape perceptions by revitalizing 22nd St. S corridor
St. Pete natives Elihu and his wife, Carolyn Brayboy, or Mr. and Mrs. B, are reinvesting in the historically Black 22nd Street South corridor, part of the African American Heritage Trail, and reshaping perceptions of South St. Pete along the way.