A Century in Motion: Harlem Globetrotters Celebrate 100 Years During Black History Month’s Centennial
The legendary team’s centennial season honors its past while inspiring the next generation of global ambassadors.
Black History & Culture
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How Atlantic City Helped Shape Rosalind Cash’s Legacy
An audio story featuring Ralph Hunter on the actress’s roots, resilience, and refusal to accept demeaning roles.
Win Tickets to See PHILADANCO! Live at Stockton Performing Arts Center on Feb. 13
Atlantic City Focus and Stockton PAC celebrate Black History Month with a special dance performance giveaway!
Holtzman Gallery Brings Black History Art Exhibition to Katz JCC in Margate
Six acclaimed artists with deep ties to Atlantic City, South Jersey, and Philadelphia celebrate culture, creativity, and the future during a free public exhibition.
From 1619 to Now: Why the Fight for Black History in America Isn’t Over
A century after Carter G. Woodson launched Negro History Week, the struggle to protect Black history from erasure continues.
100 Years of Black History: How Carter G. Woodson Changed America’s Story
From a single week in 1926 to a national movement, Black history has reshaped education, culture, and democracy.
Brighton Avenue School Honors Dr. King with Spirit Week and In-School Peace Walk
Students engage in reflection, unity, and social-emotional learning during a weeklong celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy.
Why the Divine Nine’s January Founders’ Days Still Matter
A reflection on Alpha Kappa Alpha, Kappa Alpha Psi, Delta Sigma Theta, Phi Beta Sigma, and Zeta Phi Beta — and why their missions remain urgent. Atlantic City Focus celebrates the Divine Nine.
Atlantic City Free Public Library to Host 11th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Read-In and Luncheon Jan. 17
Community members, officials, and students will gather at Noyes Arts Garage to read Dr. King’s words, reflect on his legacy, and celebrate the 2026 MLK holiday.