From the Mississippi Delta to the Gulf Shores, all across the South, there is a strong heritage of Blues Culture. From the heritage food, entrepreneurship and artistry, Black Women have been at the forefront from the beginning to now. Want to learn more? Check out our content below?
Black Women in Blues: Mississippi Blues Trail Women
The preeminent Black journalist and educator, Bill Maxwell, wrote about being a kid counting the days until he was old enough to go to Junior’s, a juke joint in Webster, Florida. He described the backwoods
Black Women in Blues: The Women Who Served Food, Drinks with a Side of Good Music
They were impresarios. You’ll find their fingerprints in the annals of Black music history, most times on the back pages. Yet, Black women engaged in the business of entertainment, performing any number of functions, chief
Legends of the Blues: 5 Black Women of the Blues Era
All of these unique women influenced their culture and many to come. All of their work is just as phenomenal as they have proved to be. Explore the history of these Legends of the Blues:
Black Women Juke Joint Owners and Food Heritage
With a renewed interest in juke joints, it is good to understand the origins, the elements, and the owners. And some of those owners were enterprising Black women. What exactly is a juke joint? Polite
Black Music Heritage: Black Women in Jazz with Southern Heritage
Jazz is a genre of music that was born in the U.S and is very much prominent in the South. This genre encompasses subgenres such as blues, folk, ragtime, and work song. Since April is
5 Blues Museums to Visit in the Mississippi Delta
The birthplace of American Music is so heavenly ingrained in the South, particularly in the Mississippi Delta. From the blues to country music and even Gospel, the land both rich in fertile soil and musical
HBCU Entertaining: How to Celebrate the Bayou Classic
Tailgating season is coming to an end but the fun is not over. One of the largest events during the HBCU football season is the Bayou Classic held in New Orleans, Louisiana. If you can’t
African American Beaches: Books to Learn About the Black Coastal South
As a Lowcountry native, I have a special place in my heart for southern coastal lands. From the beaches to the marshes and the bayous, there is something special about growing up in the coastal
Gulf Coast Black Heritage: Juneteenth Gallery Night in Pensacola, Florida
While Pensacola, Fla. is widely known for its gorgeous sugar-white sand beaches and emerald green waters, there is also a thriving arts scene waiting to be explored, and the Juneteenth Gallery Night on June 17,
The History of Black Mardi Gras
Black Mardi Gras culture is as mysterious and unique as it is beautiful and exciting. Many people enjoy the customs and traditions of Black Mardi Gras celebrations, but many have no clue about how they
How to Celebrate Mardi Gras with These Black Gulf Coast Krewes
Throughout the Gulf Coast region of the South, Black Mardi Gras krewes will be crowning kings and queens, hosting balls and leading parades – COVID permitting – this season. There are cities like Galveston, Lake
Black Thanksgiving Heritage: Thanksgiving Traditions in the Gulf Coast
Thanksgiving Day is right around the corner and families all across America are excited, and they are planning their holiday meal and family activities. Some will travel by plane, train, or automobile to visit their
