On Saturday, many people gathered outside Historic Northampton to take turns reading a passage of Frederick Douglass’ famous speech, ‘What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?’ ...

As we mark the anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, it is crucial that we uphold its ideals and acknowledge its ...

In the spirit of Frederick Douglass’ historic speech, 20 currently and formerly incarcerated Americans explain what ...

Douglass delivered his speech amid profound national divisions. At stake was the stark contradiction between America’s stated ...

Photo: Getty Images North America Over 200 years after Frederick Douglass questioned “What to the Slave Is the Fourth of July ...

"When you are an undocumented immigrant, celebrating the Fourth of July is to resist being defined by fear and panic." ...

"Bringing this new legacy to one of our region's most visible traveled spaces will help us to honor Douglass' legacy and ...

Morven, 55 Stockton Street, will hold its annual Independence Day festivities on Friday, July 4, from 12 to 3 p.m. For this ...

The annual Juneteenth holiday observes the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States. It marks the day ...

Monroe County Executive Adam Bello said the millions of travelers who pass through the airport each year will be able to ...

The Frederick Douglass Airfield Observatory was revealed at the Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport on Tuesday afternoon. The observation deck at ...

From day parties and BBQs to museum exhibits and concerts, our lineup celebrates Black culture, joy, and reflection.