On Saturday, February 14, 2026 at the Milwaukee Public Library Centennial Hall the University of Wisconsin -Milwaukee architectural historian Justin Miller held a program celebrating the remarkable 40 year career of architect Alonzo Robinson, Jr. Robinson made profound and lasting contributions to Milwaukee’s Black Community as architect. Kim A. Robinson, Sr., Alonzo’s son, … [Read more...] about MPL and UWM Host Lecture on Alonzo Robinson, Jr.
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Nearby Nature Milwaukee hosts ‘7th Annual African American Environmental Pioneers Awards’
On Monday, February 16, 2026, Nearby Nature Milwaukee hosted the "7th Annual American Environmental Pioneers Awards" (AAEPA) ceremony at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center to celebrate those in Milwaukee’s African American community who are working for a better environment. This year's Pioneer Awardees were Danell Cross of Metcalf Park Community Bridges, Cheri … [Read more...] about Nearby Nature Milwaukee hosts ‘7th Annual African American Environmental Pioneers Awards’
The Truth About What Happened to Charles Drew
Who was Charles Drew?Black physician Charles Richard Drew invented “blood banks.” He led blood plasma projects in the US and UK during WWII, but left due to a court requiring segregation of African American blood. On April 1, 1950, he died. EducationAfter earning his bachelor’s degree at Amherst in 1926, Drew couldn’t afford medical school. Morgan College, now Morgan State … [Read more...] about The Truth About What Happened to Charles Drew
Henry David Thoreau Elementary School Hosts ‘7th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Read In’
On January 30, 2026, in commemoration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s birthday. Henry David Thoreau Elementary School hosted their "7th Annual Read In." The theme for this year was: “Mission Possible II: Building Community, Uniting a Nation, the Nonviolent Way”. This year’s celebration included special guest readers from Delta Sigma Theta Inc. Student Council Ambassadors … [Read more...] about Henry David Thoreau Elementary School Hosts ‘7th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Read In’
Milwaukee County Unveils Mural, Plaque, and History Wall Honoring Marcia P. Coggs
On Thursday, February 5, 2026 at the Marcia P. Coggs Health and Human Services Center, 1230 W. Cherry St. County Executive David Crowley, in partnership with the Department of Health and Human Services and County Supervisor Priscilla E. Coggs-Jones, hosted a historic mural unveiling, plaque installation, and history wall dedication honoring Marcia P. Coggs, Wisconsin’s first … [Read more...] about Milwaukee County Unveils Mural, Plaque, and History Wall Honoring Marcia P. Coggs
Celebrating 100 Years of Black History Month
The 2026 Black History Month theme is "A Century of Black History Commemorations," designated by the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH). This theme marks the 100th anniversary of the first Negro History Week, initiated by Dr. Carter G. Woodson in 1926, celebrating a century of honoring African American history, culture, and … [Read more...] about Celebrating 100 Years of Black History Month
MPS Celebrates Black History Month 2026
MPS) is celebrating Black History Month! Throughout February, MPS students will take part in projects and performances centered on the contributions of Black Americans. Join us for activities during the Black Lives Matter Week of Action, February 2–6, 2026. Black History Month is coming alive in Milwaukee Public Schools. Students and staff across the district are honoring … [Read more...] about MPS Celebrates Black History Month 2026
The Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
By The Late Coretta Scott King Reprint from 1985, during the passage of the King Holiday bill by the U.S. Senate We have set in motion a great celebration of freedom and justice, in honor of America’s hero and patriot, Martin Luther King, Jr. When Martin began his career, the principles of social justice for which he stood were very controversial. But by the end of … [Read more...] about The Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Three Important Lessons We Can Learn From Dr. King’s Legacy
Three important lessons we can learn from Dr. King’s legacyNinety-seven years ago a child was born in Atlanta, GA, named Michael King, Jr., who would change the world. His father would eventually change his name in honor of the German leader of the Protestant Reformation, and it was by that name – Martin Luther King, Jr. – that the world would remember him nearly a century … [Read more...] about Three Important Lessons We Can Learn From Dr. King’s Legacy
‘I Have A Dream’ – address at the March on Washington, DC On August 28, 1963
By Dr. Martin Luther King, Kr. "I am happy to join with you today in what will go down in history as the greatest demonstration for freedom in the history of our nation. "Five score years ago, a great American, in whose symbolic shadow we stand signed the Emancipation Proclamation. This momentous decree came as a great beacon light of hope to millions of Negro slaves … [Read more...] about ‘I Have A Dream’ – address at the March on Washington, DC On August 28, 1963