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ICYMI: In conversation with Kate Krader, Chef Shenarri Freeman dispels stereotypes about soul food only being meat forward and the history behind that within the African diaspora. "Meat was something that was more of a special occasion." #BBGGreenFestival Full Interview ⏯️ http://bloom.bg/3S65aeN

🎶 Witness the unstoppable rise of Afrobeats. At Glastonbury, stars like Burna Boy, Tems, and Ayra Starr captivated thousands, showcasing the genre's global appeal. From its roots with Fela Kuti to modern pioneers like Wizkid and Davido, #Afrobeats has become a cultural force, dominating #Spotify playlists and major music festivals worldwide. Discover how streaming platforms, social media, and iconic collaborations with artists like #Beyoncé and #Drake have fueled its meteoric rise. Learn about the vibrant energy, rich history, and global impact of Afrobeats in our detailed article. Read the full story: #Afrobeats #Glastonbury #GlobalMusic #CulturalPhenomenon #MusicHistory #AfrobeatsRise #BurnaBoy #Tems #AyraStarr #Wizkid

#OnThisDay in 1864, African American businesswoman Maggie L. Walker was born in Richmond, Virginia. In 1899, Walker became the grand secretary for the Independent Order of St. Luke, an organization dedicated to the social and financial advancement of African Americans. She held this position until her death in 1934. ⁣Walker assumed the helm of the leadership at a time when the organization was facing a financial crisis. In 1902, she founded the St. Luke Herald newspaper to improve communication between the organization's chapters. She also opened the St. Luke Penny Savings Bank, becoming the first African American woman to charter a bank in the United States. In 1905, she opened the St. Luke Emporium, a department store specially created with African American employees and shoppers in mind. Learn more on our Searchable Museum: https://s.si.edu/3AXFj0Z #APeoplesJourney #HiddenHerstory 📸 Courtesy of National Park Service, Maggie L. Walker National Historic Site.

Do you need help preserving your family’s home movies? Our museum’s media conservators can work with you to digitize your audiovisual media in a variety of formats. Acceptable formats include motion picture film (16mm, Super 8 and Regular 8mm), obsolete videotape formats (Hi-8/8mm, MiniDV, 3/4" U-matic, VHS, Betacam, 1" open reel video and 1/2" open reel video) and various audio formats. Digitization services are free and by appointment on our second floor in the Explore Your Family History Center. Schedule your in-person appointment by emailing NMAAHC-Digitization@si.edu 🎥 Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Earl W. and Amanda Stafford Center for African American Media Arts. Supported by the Center for the Digitization and Curation of African American History. Courtesy of the Foye family.

🌟 When Will African Brands Lead? With a market of 1.4bn people and the world’s largest free-trade area, Africa has immense potential. What’s needed is an enabling environment for homegrown brands to thrive. The future looks promising! https://lnkd.in/eQK2G-AK #AfricanBrands #FutureLeaders #BrandAfrica