Norman Studios Silent Film Museum opens in Jacksonville
The River City was once the winter film capital of the world and a major contributor of silent films. Norman Studios, located in Arlington, was among the first studios in the nation to produce films starring African Americans in positive roles.
Duval County teacher resigns over new curriculum for teaching African American history
A social studies teacher at Ribault High School says the new controversial standards for teaching African American history are so hostile and tainted, he's quitting his job.
โSlavery did not benefit Black peopleโ: Duval County School Board member speaks out about new teaching standards
A Duval County School Board member is speaking out to the News4JAX this evening about Floridaโs NEW controversial educational standards for African American Studies and how the new curriculum could be rolled out into local schools.
Civil rights leaders, activists, address Florida education standards for teaching African American history
Reverend RB Holmes, pastor of the Bethel Missionary Baptist Church of Tallahassee, Florida, and other leaders address what they call "dismantling of African American studies."
Black History Standards Approved Amid Criticism
The State Board of Education on Wednesday approved new academic standards for instruction about African American history, after numerous teachers from across Florida objected to the changes and asked the board to put the proposal on hold.
Jacksonville woman creates scavenger hunt of African American history landmarks
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. โ A Jacksonville woman created a fun way for her son to learn about African American history by creating a landmark scavenger hunt. โI realized how much African American history is in our backyards that a lot of people may not know about. Again, making history fun and positive.โHere are a few landmarks you can visit to learn about African American history:OโNeal is encouraging the community to add to the list of locations. If you and your family visit any of the listed landmarks, take pictures and post them to social media using the hashtag #bblrtravel and #duvalaah (Duval African American History) to create awareness and trending topics. As I began to travel more, I wanted to find a way to get our kids active in African American history around the city.... Posted by Brittany O'Neal on Wednesday, October 21, 2020