Philadelphia's resident African American population constitutes approximately 40% of the total population of the city. The months of January and February are excellent months for all Philadelphians, as well as tourists, to appreciate the historical legacy and contributions of African Americans thoughout the city. As outlined by the Philadelphia Multicultural Affairs Congress, "Philadelphia boasts some of the earliest African American entrepreneurs and some of the first established religious institutions. The first known revolts against slavery took place in this city and the earliest legal educational institutions for African American youth existed here."
In this feature we will provide you with some excellent Philadelphia African American resources on the net.
Philadelphia African American Resources
African-American Genealogy Group (AAGG)
Founded in 1989 at the Afro-American Museum, in response to the ever increasing number of people who express a desire to research their family “roots”. Membership has steadily grown with the addition of both novice and advanced researchers.
African American Museum in Philadelphia
Founded in 1976 to interpret African American life and culture, the museum is located in the City's historic district, one block from Independence National Historic Park.
African American Web Connection
Not Philadelphia specific, but nonetheless, an excellent resource. Several people with Philadelphia connections are featured in their pages of Prominent African Americans.
Multi Cultural Events Calendar
Presented by the Philadelphia Visitors and Convention Bureau.
Philadelphia Tribune
The voice of Philadelphia's African American Community since 1884 has an excellent website with many informative articles and news of happenings in the African American community both locally and nationally.
Philadelphia's Black World Today
The local edition of this national publication has links to many feature articles both locally and nationally.
The Philadelphia New Observer
The Philadelphia New Observer is a 23 year old black owned, award winning, complimentary newspaper with a readership of 250,000 throughout Philadelphia and environs.
Philadelphia Youth Chapter of the NAACP
Local chapter of the national organization whose goal is to inform youth of the problems affecting minorities, to advance their economic, educational, social and political status, and their harmonious cooperation with other people; to stimulate an appreciation of the Negro’s contribution to civilization; to develop dynamic youth and leaders.
Sojourner
When you are in Philadelphia pick up a copy of this free quarterly publication printed by The Philadelphia Tribune. Available at these locations.
Temple University Center for African American History and Culture
Devoted to the development of an advanced research program in African American history and culture.
WHAT 1340 AM
The driving force behind WHAT Radio is a focus on community service and issues related to improving the conditions of Philadelphia's African American population.
