A Little Nashville History: The Original Hot Chicken Creator
byIf Nashville is the “It” City, Hot Chicken is our mascot. It is truly a staple here in Music City and the origin starts with one Nashville family, The Prince’s.
A Little Nashville History
notable facts about black history in Nashville
A Little Nashville History: 1st Middle TN Charter School Founded by an African-American Woman
bySister Sandra Smithson and her sister Mary Craighead founded Middle Tennessee’s first free, public charter school, Smithson Craighead Academy (SCA) elementary school in 2003. Sister…
A Family Shares Their Nashville Civil Rights Walking Tour
byNow that Nashville is the “It City” we’ve became famous for our hot chicken, live music, and the show named after us. But we are so much more. Our city played a pivotal role in the Civil Rights Movement adding to the richness of black history in Nashville.
FIRST ALL FEMALE AFRICAN-AMERICAN FLIGHT CREW HONORED IN NASHVILLE
byI had the great pleasure of attending the First In Flight Luncheon honoring The First All Female African-American Flight Crew yesterday, February 11, 2016…
3 Things Urbaanite Learned About Dr. James A. Hefner’s Legacy
byTimelines were truly flooded last week, after many learned of the passing of Dr. James A. Hefner, Tennessee State University’s 6th President. As a…
A Little Nashville History: New Historical Nashville Sit-In Marker Unveiled
byWe are bringing a little Nashville history back today as a new Nashville historical marker was unveiled this past weekend. The new marker highlights…
A Little Nashville History: The Civil Rights Tour
byDid you know there is a self-guided Nashville Civil Rights Movement Walking & Driving Tour! Published by Historic Nashville Inc., the tour gives participants…
The Black Owned Bookstore In Nashville Everyone Should Know
byDid you know, Alkebu-Lan Images Bookstore is the only black-owned bookstore in the state of Tennessee. Located right off historic Jefferson Street, they are…
A Little Nashville History: Citizens Savings Bank and Trust
byDid you know Citizens Savings Bank & Trust was the first African-American owned bank in Nashville. They are also the country’s oldest continuously operating…