The African American Heritage Museum of Southern New Jersey (AAHMSNJ) will explore the publishing empire of John H. Johnson through an exhibit showcasing its collection of over 3,000 issues of his publications. The exhibit will be on display from October 1 to December 30 at the museum in the Noyes Arts Garage of Stockton University (2200 Fairmount Avenue in Atlantic City).
In 1942, using his mother’s furniture as collateral, he
negotiated a $500 loan that launched the Negro Digest Publishing
Company. The company’s first publication, Negro Digest, was followed by
Ebony Magazine in 1945. Tan Confessions, JET magazine, Hue, and Copper
Romance, Ebony Man, Ebony South Africa, African American Stars and Ebony
Jr. followed. The publishing conglomerate, which became Johnson
Publishing Company, expanded to radio, television and other forms of
media and products focused on African American consumers.
Johnson’s own inspiring biography is an example of the kind
of stories that were explored within the glossy pages of his popular
magazines. This exhibit is sponsored by Comcast NBC and EBSCO Professional Partnership Group. Jet, Black, Brown and Tan will be on display October 1st through December 30th.
AAHMSNJ | Atlantic City The Noyes Arts Garage of Stockton University 2200 Fairmount Avenue Atlantic City, NJ 08401Phone: 609.350.6662
I agree that sitting and kneeling during the playing of The Star Spangled Banner is not an effective (enough) protest!
So here's what I propose.
1st. Make it a requirement that the young black men, white and latino men that make up your labor force get educated on the issues that started this protest. (You did it for homosexuals and domestic abuse.) Require your players and stars, to be able to discuss Sandra Bland, Tamir Rice and all the other names of un armed and suspiciously killed people at the hands of the police.
THAT'S WHAT THE PROTEST IS ABOUT! 2. Instead of sitting or kneeling. Have Lebron James, Westbrook, Durant and the key players of each team...actually discuss the actions of rogue police and over policing before and after each NBA Game.
Do the same with the NFL and MLB Players.
Again THIS IS WHAT THE PROTEST IS ABOUT! 3. If you cannot do 1 or 2 and your leagues are concerned about kneeling or sitting and how it makes your league look? Then release a statement saying. "While we raid the best athletes from the black community for our leagues. Once they sign to play in our leagues...they become our property. We don't particularly care for the health and welfare of those left. In other words if black people aren't playing with our ball...they should shut up...buy our tickets, jerseys, hats and shine our shoes."
In closing.
Police Brutality. Murdering people in cold blood on video with no retribution much less an attempt at justice. Also the blanket "criminalling" of whole communities. Over policing. Are not issues you have the "PRIVLEDGE" of playing the fence on. And all people of color do not fall for changing the discussion...the issue is not the anthem. Although I would go for a discussion of the bigotry of the writer before and after the anthem is played each game.
In short I am watching... and this time I am not quite as alone as I have been in the past!
Many of us are keeping score of who are "friends" are and are not...we are keeping score on what side of the fence you stand.
Still love Basket Ball, Football and Base Ball....however, I love people of color, my people and humanity more!
So I will be the next to say it...."MAY BE STARTING WENTZ WAS NOT A RICH KOTITE IDEA."
Carson looked good Sunday and out played R.G 3. So here are 5 questions I have after Sunday's Win.
5. Are The Philadelphia Eagles nick name gonna be "The Fighting Flying Philadelphia Eagles" or "The 8 and 8 Philadelphia Eagles?" The rest of the NFL is not The Cleveland Browns.
4. Is This The Offensive Line Fan's Have Been Looking For?
It seems the word PASS PROTECTION at the Linc has been an oxymoron before Sunday.
3. Will The Receiving Corp continue to shine with out a legit deep ball threat? Or can some one be coached up to be.
2. Is The New Coach Doug Pederson going be more Andy Reid or Rich Kotite?
1. Is Carson Wentz more Don McNabb or Nick Foles?
We will find out.
The games this Monday Night are kind of "dogs" but enjoy and see you week two.
On September 24th, DC unveils The National Museum of African American History and Culture.
Every one of every culture will and should celebrate this great event.
In fact I hope that with in my life time we also see national museums of Latino and Asian History and Culture.
I am as excited as any and planning my visit.
While we plan our church trips, fund raisers and school field trips I also want to offer 3 Things We All Should Remember as we celebrate!
1. CELEBRATE THE MUSEUMS AND CULTURE IN YOUR AREA!
In South Jersey (where I reside) we are all celebrating the new National Museum in DC.
With that said. South Jersey boasts not one but two very great museums dedicated to African American History and Culture. One in Newtonville, NJ and one in Atlantic City at Stockton University's Noyes Arts Garage. Both museums are founded and curated by Ralph Hunter.
In both spaces you can see great art and exhibits from both local and national interests.
Currently at The AC Museum you can see exhibits on The 1964 Democratic National Convention which was held in Atlantic City as well as a great exhibit on the late Muhammad Ali.
Recently I spoke with Mr. Hunter about an upcoming exhibit celebrating Jet and Ebony Founder Johnson H. Johnson.
So I plead with you to take the family (especially the kids and your non black friends) to local museums in your area as soon as possible.
2. Cultivate The Artists and Support The Artists In Your Area!
Every artist in every museum including The National Museum that's opening in Washington started as an amateur. Some one started the ball rolling with support until one day their work appeared in a museum.
I have been blessed with teachers, family and friends that have supported my poetry, art and other creative interests.
I encourage you to hang your children's art not just on the fridge but the living room. I ask you to visit a local poetry program or open mic. I even suggest one of the now popular paint parties.
Somewhere in your life is the next BIG ARTIST! Could be you if not some one you already know!
Artist Kelly Prevard is one of Atlantic City's accomplished and awarded artists.
3. Celebrate All Of Our History ...Including People We May Not Agree with...
One of my pet peeves with other people of color I have is... lack of perspective.
Our respect meter for people of note only has 2 settings.
Setting One is "Outstanding respect" for figures like Dr. King. And he deserves our respect.
The other setting is "WE HATE THIS PERSON" which is reserved for the likes of Clarence Thomas.
While I disagree with Justice Thomas on many things...okay maybe hundreds.
I am also reminded a clock that doesn't work at all is right twice a day.
Also Justice Thomas and his rulings are also Black History and we should shine a light on those we feel do not align with The Dr. King's and Malcolm X's. A little more understanding does not mean you are leaving behind your own beliefs.
Well that's my thought and let us know ...when you visit local or national museums and what artists you support!
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There's something wrong with the sports minds in charge in South Philly.
When it comes to the basket ball team, no wins, have been good wins for the past 5 years or more!
All fans would hear is "Trust The Process."
And the Sixer's went from the proud team that gave us Dr. J to a bunch of clowns that people compared un-favorably to The Washington Generals (the road team that lost to The Globe Trotters every night.)
Now down the street from where the Sixers play, The Eagles had a "process" that I believe would work in 2 years and kind of NFL proven.
The Process I Believed In was to keep Sam Bradford as your starting QB for 2016- ...(build an Offensive Line that can keep SB upright and off the injury report) and let your number one pick Carson Wentz learn how to play NFL Ball.
Well Saturday, The Eagles jettisoned Bradford to The Vikings and I understand why.
Bradford put in zero games where he looked like a "winning QB."
Here's my problem though.
The Eagles were not going to be winners this year anyway.
Also with Tony Romo in jured in Dallas, the Eagles had a real shot at a play off run. Most importantly, Wentz would have gotten some great experience learning the game.
By 2018 Wentz would have been a superior NFL Quarter Back...(which is what The Eagles want.) Now I just think that Carson Wentz will go the way of every other Eagles QB not names McNabb since McNabb.
No...I don't think you should get excited about play off tickets now....and I no longer think Wentz should get excited about a long career in the league.
However, if you manufacture high price jerseys for little kids that love the Eagles or for grown adults in Philly that base their mood on the final score of games on Sunday's? You will make a lot of money this year on Wentz and you will make more money next year when there's another QB and possibly coach in Eagle's Green.
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