Maya Angelou, an influential visual poet, and civil rights activist, remains a cornerstone in Black history. Her work ...

The respectable Establishment will mark her passing as a poet, writer and broadcaster but will be less keen to celebrate her record as an early and fierce civil rights champion. Let us celebrate Dr ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) Maya Angelou, an icon of American literature, has left an indelible mark on history, particularly Black ...

Last week’s inauguration of Donald Trump, a man found liable for sexual abuse, was, among much else, an event strikingly lacking in poetry. Inaugural poems have been a key part of many recent ...

ST. LOUIS — In today’s Black History Moment, we honor Maya Angelou, a novelist, actress, writer, poet, and civil rights activist who left behind a legacy and poignant pieces readers can ...

An event was held on Thursday at the Governor's Mansion to celebrate Black History Month. Community leaders gathered to honor the lasting contributions of African Americans in the state and across ...

An Arkansas non-profit continues to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Maya Angelou. The Celebrate! Maya Project is celebrating its 10th anniversary and its annual celebration of Dr. Maya Angelou's ...