Arts and Culture Archives - Black Wall Street Times https://theblackwallsttimes.com/category/arts-and-culture/ "Access is the New Civil Right" Mon, 04 Mar 2024 19:56:59 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://theblackwallsttimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/cropped-Transparent-BWST-Logo-32x32.png Arts and Culture Archives - Black Wall Street Times https://theblackwallsttimes.com/category/arts-and-culture/ 32 32 213941571 Black History 365: Visit These Landmarks To Journey Through Time & Culture https://theblackwallsttimes.com/2024/02/29/black-history-365-visit-these-landmarks-to-journey-through-time-culture/ https://theblackwallsttimes.com/2024/02/29/black-history-365-visit-these-landmarks-to-journey-through-time-culture/#respond Thu, 29 Feb 2024 21:38:47 +0000 https://theblackwallsttimes.com/?p=110450

Although Black History Month is coming to a close, that doesn't mean one has to stop celebrating. 28 (or 29) days can not encompass the contributions, impact and achievements that Black people have and continue to make. One of the best ways to honor Black History year-round is by travel. Visiting monuments, museums and landmarks […]

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Greenwood Rising Museum Honors History and Confronts Denial  https://theblackwallsttimes.com/2024/02/26/greenwood-rising-museum-honors-history-and-confronts-denial/ https://theblackwallsttimes.com/2024/02/26/greenwood-rising-museum-honors-history-and-confronts-denial/#respond Mon, 26 Feb 2024 20:14:53 +0000 https://theblackwallsttimes.com/?p=110350 Greenwood Rising Museum Honors History and Confronts Denial 

For the past year, I've had the profound honor of serving as the Executive Director of the Greenwood Rising museum, a role that has filled me with deep gratitude and an overwhelming sense of purpose.  During this period, I've encountered remarkable individuals whose powerful experiences while exploring the rich history of the Greenwood District have […]

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“We Don’t Play Beyonce” Oklahoma Country Station Criticized https://theblackwallsttimes.com/2024/02/15/we-dont-play-beyonce-oklahoma-country-station-criticized/ https://theblackwallsttimes.com/2024/02/15/we-dont-play-beyonce-oklahoma-country-station-criticized/#respond Thu, 15 Feb 2024 18:35:26 +0000 https://theblackwallsttimes.com/?p=109881 Cover art for Beyonce's two latest country music singles. The first photo is Beyonce standing wearing a reflective bikini with her hand resting on a cowboy hat atop her head. The second photo is a portrait-style photo of Beyonce with a short bob wearing all black and a cowboy hat.

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. -- 16 Carriages and Texas Hold ‘Em are the two newest Beyonce singles to hit streaming services. Unlike her last album, which featured more Afrobeat-inspired tracks, these two songs heavily reflect country music. It’s not surprising that the Queen would dabble in the genre, considering her hometown of Houston, Texas. However, a […]

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Kid ‘n Play Still Know How To Party, This Time With Progressive https://theblackwallsttimes.com/2024/02/14/kid-n-play-still-know-how-to-party-this-time-with-progressive/ https://theblackwallsttimes.com/2024/02/14/kid-n-play-still-know-how-to-party-this-time-with-progressive/#respond Wed, 14 Feb 2024 21:20:10 +0000 https://theblackwallsttimes.com/?p=109780

The iconic hip-hop duo Kid 'n Play was among the most popular acts in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Known for their high energy, innovative dancing style, and ability to captivate in any creative lane, Christopher Reid ("Kid") and Christopher Martin ("Play") solidified themselves in hip-hop history.   After dropping their debut album, 2 Hype, in 1988, […]

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Taraji P. Henson Releasing First Children’s Book https://theblackwallsttimes.com/2024/02/09/taraji-p-henson-releasing-first-childrens-book/ https://theblackwallsttimes.com/2024/02/09/taraji-p-henson-releasing-first-childrens-book/#respond Fri, 09 Feb 2024 23:57:36 +0000 https://theblackwallsttimes.com/?p=109413

Taraji P. Henson, a talented actress, has a new children's book, “You Can Be a Good Friend (No Matter What!)”, which releases on June 18, 2024.In an exclusive statement to People, Henson stated, “Mental health struggles can start even in childhood and oftentimes it begins with being bullied. This book isn’t just about bullying though—it’s […]

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