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Since it opened in 1978, the NHC has supported scholars and educators in their efforts to tell the largely under-told st
National Humanities CenterFebruary 12, 2026

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Since it opened in 1978, the NHC has supported scholars and educators in their efforts to tell the largely under-told stories of Black Americans and their invaluable contributions to the US.

Listed here are some examples of exceptional books in which NHC Fellows have helped reveal how generations of Black Americans have shaped the history and culture of the US. Check out these remarkable projects which shed light on the resilience of Black Americans and their untold stories (link in bio).
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