Honoring and Celebrating Black History Month

As we celebrate Black History Month in February, Peirce College wants to take a moment to remember and recognize all exceptional African Americans who made significant contributions to our culture through their bravery and accomplishments. Did you know there are many noteworthy and courageous African Americans who lived in Philadelphia who assisted in changing history forever?

Get to know some of these prominent figures by checking out the list below and also by stopping by Peirce College’s lobby any time in February to pick up an information and trivia packet:

Edward Rudolph “Ed” Bradley, Jr. (1941-2006) was an American journalist, best known for 26 years of award-winning work on the CBS News television program, 60 Minutes.

Ethel Waters (1896-1977) was an American singer and actress. Waters frequently performed jazz, swing and pop music on the Broadway stage and in concerts, but she began her career in the 1920's singing blues.

Julian Francis Abele (1881-1950) was a Philadelphia native who enrolled at the University of Pennsylvania in 1898. He became the first black person to graduate from Penn’s Graduate School of Fine Arts in 1902. He designed many notable buildings in Philadelphia which include the Philadelphia Museum of Art and the Free Library of Philadelphia.

Tiffany Lane (1974-present), better known as Charli Baltimore, is an American rapper and songwriter. Charli Baltimore is an alumna of Peirce College graduating in 1995 with her associate degree in Paralegal Studies.

Continue to learn and celebrate this inspirational and historic month by taking part in some events around the area:

1. National Constitution Center & the Free Library Of Philadelphia are hosting events and programs throughout the entire month.

2. Independence Seaport Museum: Take part in discussions about the “struggles African-American women have faced during the 400 years since the first enslaved people arrived in America.” Saturday, February 9, 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.

3. Trolley Tour of Murals in Philadelphia: Sunday, February 10, 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.

4. Kulu Mele Drum African Dance & Drum Ensemble: Saturday, February 16, 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.

5. Museum of American Revolution: Join in on a night of learning on how African Americans from Philadelphia gained their freedom. Tuesday, February 19, 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.

6. Woodmere Art Museum: A tribute to Stevie Wonder and Smokey Robinson; Friday, February 22, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.

7. The Franklin Institute: Black History Month Trivia; Monday, February 25, 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.