At the Smithsonian, it complements the story in the museum’s permanent history galleries, which chronicle how African Americans not only claimed their own freedom, but also shaped American ideas ...

Ten years ago, he was involved in a fiery crash in Los Angeles that left him severely burned. Now, he's an advocate for people with disabilities.

First African American full face transplant recipient recounts ‘wonderful' journey 73-year-old burn victim counts the experience as all joy ... He escaped but was badly hurt all over his body.

BACKGROUND: Obesity has been increasing dramatically in recent years among children, particularly African-American girls. Total-body electrical conductivity (TOBEC) is a simple way to measure body ...

Discover how sports have influenced African American culture, from historic milestones to modern-day activism, and the ongoing challenges faced by athletes today.

AFRICAN AMERICANS. Cleveland's African American community is almost as old as the city itself. GEORGE PEAKE, the first Black settler, arrived in 1809 and by 1860 there were 799 Black people living in ...

AP African American Studies arrived last year at 60 schools across the country, and this fall, it will be tested in roughly 800 high schools – twice what was originally planned – thanks to a ...

See full article by Steven Lewis on how African American music is a vital part of America's musical heritage. Explore a selection of the Smithsonian's wide range of collections preserving the material ...

The African American Film Critics Association has announced the winners of its 16th annual AAFCA Awards, placing Sing Sing at the top of the list of its awarded films with three prizes.. Colman ...

In a historic move, Florida's state Board of Education has approved new, separate standards for how African American history must be taught to millions of students.. The decision Wednesday comes ...

Robert Chelsea, 72, the first African American to receive a full face transplant (Mel Melcon/Los Angeles Times) By Vanessa Arredondo Staff Writer . ... “When it’s warm, my body gets super hot.