Black History Today: Todd Williams Jr., an artist forged in fire
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Black History Today, created by Marcus Harden in honor of Black History Month, pays tribute to the living legacy of Black history in our community and recognizes the people among us who are boldly shaping the future. The long-running series has continued to grow and now lives as an exhibit at the Northwest African American Museum in Seattle.
Read MoreConverge Media: Northwest African American Museum Highlights Local Changemakers in Recent Exhibit→
/“While being surrounded by incredibly impactful pillars of Seattle’s community, Marcus Harden hopes that young people will realize they don't need to look to distant figures, but rather to the people in their own communities who are making a difference, and understand that they too can be the next person to shape history. The long-term vision is for a dynamic exhibit that expands beyond the speaker's personal connections to include youth, elders, and others doing important work, emphasizing community strength and the hero in all of us.
Visit naamnw.org/history-lives-here-1to learn more about the exhibit and more to come at the Northwest African American Museum.”
Read MoreBlack History Today: Kitisha Jones, carrying a legacy of servant leadership
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Black History Today, created by Marcus Harden in honor of Black History Month, pays tribute to the living legacy of Black history in our community and recognizes the people among us who are boldly shaping the future. The long-running series has continued to grow and now lives as an exhibit at the Northwest African American Museum in Seattle.
Read MoreBlack History Today: Cynthia Green, a living testament to the power of collective care
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Black History Today, created by Marcus Harden in honor of Black History Month, pays tribute to the living legacy of Black history in our community and recognizes the people among us who are boldly shaping the future. The long-running series has continued to grow and now lives as an exhibit at the Northwest African American Museum in Seattle.
Read MoreChecking in on this year's Black History Today series
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If you haven't already heard, we are in the midst of another Black History Today series, and this year’s essays carry special meaning for a few reasons. I hope you'll check it out (and grab a tissue -- you'll need it, trust me).
Read MoreBlack History Today: Michaela Kyles, loving fiercely and joyfully, carrying her South Seattle roots with dignity
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Black History Today, created by Marcus Harden in honor of Black History Month, pays tribute to the living legacy of Black history in our community and recognizes the people among us who are boldly shaping the future. The long-running series has continued to grow and now lives as an exhibit at the Northwest African American Museum in Seattle.
Read MoreBlack History Today: Spencer Hill, leading with love, moving with the strength of water
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Black History Today, created by Marcus Harden in honor of Black History Month, pays tribute to the living legacy of Black history in our community and recognizes the people among us who are boldly shaping the future. The long-running series has continued to grow and now lives as an exhibit at the Northwest African American Museum in Seattle.
Read MoreBlack History Today: Adama and Keisha, sharing a committed, powerful demonstration of love
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Black History Today, created by Marcus Harden in honor of Black History Month, pays tribute to the living legacy of Black history in our community and recognizes the people among us who are boldly shaping the future. The long-running series has continued to grow and now lives as an exhibit at the Northwest African American Museum in Seattle.
Read MoreBlack History Today: Arthur Bruce, Jr. and JaMichael Glenn, a brotherhood both radical and familiar
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Black History Today, created by Marcus Harden in honor of Black History Month, pays tribute to the living legacy of Black history in our community and recognizes the people among us who are boldly shaping the future. The long-running series has continued to grow and now lives as an exhibit at the Northwest African American Museum in Seattle.
Read MoreBlack History Today: Levi and Aaron, unapologetic and brilliant expressions of love
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Black History Today, created by Marcus Harden in honor of Black History Month, pays tribute to the living legacy of Black history in our community and recognizes the people among us who are boldly shaping the future. The long-running series has continued to grow and now lives as an exhibit at the Northwest African American Museum in Seattle.
Read MoreBlack History Today: Dr. Joshua Dawson, next-generation healer and community leader
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Black History Today, created by Marcus Harden in honor of Black History Month, pays tribute to the living legacy of Black history in our community and recognizes the people among us who are boldly shaping the future. The long-running series has continued to grow and now lives as an exhibit at the Northwest African American Museum in Seattle.
Read MoreBlack History Today: Najee Ladd-Ali, dynamic community leader and spiritual explorer
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Black History Today, created by Marcus Harden in honor of Black History Month, pays tribute to the living legacy of Black history in our community and recognizes the people among us who are boldly shaping the future. The long-running series has continued to grow and now lives as an exhibit at the Northwest African American Museum in Seattle.
Read MoreBlack History Today: Kadin Coleman, beloved young leader with the wisdom of an old soul
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Black History Today, created by Marcus Harden in honor of Black History Month, pays tribute to the living legacy of Black history in our community and recognizes the people among us who are boldly shaping the future. The long-running series has continued to grow and now lives as an exhibit at the Northwest African American Museum in Seattle.
Read MoreBlack History Today: Traeanna Holiday, Emmy-winning communicator with deep Seattle roots
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Black History Today, created by Marcus Harden in honor of Black History Month, pays tribute to the living legacy of Black history in our community and recognizes the people among us who are boldly shaping the future. The long-running series took on new life in 2025 as an exhibit at the Northwest African American Museum in Seattle.
Read MoreDreaming Forward: Black History Today 2026
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Black History Today, created by Marcus Harden in honor of Black History Month, pays tribute to the living legacy of Black history in our community and recognizes the people among us who are boldly shaping the future. The long-running series took on new life in 2025 as an exhibit at the Northwest African American Museum in Seattle.
Read MoreJan. 30 in Minneapolis, in a Local Parent’s Words→
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Rise Up for Students stands in solidarity with the people of Minnesota as they are besieged by violent ICE stormtroopers and a violent ideology. We stand with immigrants and refugees, and with all people resisting oppression around the world. Today we heed the call from Minneapolis for a National Shutdown. Here’s an audio clip of ICY horrors, and an interview with an organizer in Minneapolis. All power to the people.
Donate to support mutual aid in Minnesota: StandWithMinnesota.org.
Resources for Resisting ICE in Seattle / Washington / PNW (or wherever you might be)
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The time is NOW to prepare and organize. Connect with the people and organizations in your area who are already doing the work. Check on your friends and neighbors. Get a whistle. Download the Signal app. Be as ready as you can be!
Read MoreHistory Lives Here→
/Our long-running Black History Today series took on new life last year as the History Lives Here exhibit at the Northwest African American Museum in Seattle. We are so grateful to everyone who helped our project take this step into an exciting new chapter.
Read MoreBlack History Today: Damien Wilkins, hoops legend and family man
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Black History Today, created by Marcus Harden in honor of Black History Month, pays tribute to the living legacy of Black history in our community and recognizes the people like Damien Wilkins who are boldly shaping the future. The 2025 installment marks the seventh Black History Today series published on Rise Up for Students since 2018.
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