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Historic Preservation Month 2025: Protecting African American History from Political Erasure
Every May, communities across the United States celebrate Historic Preservation Month . We repaint old storefronts, lead walking tours,...

Nicole Hicks, Family Historian/Genealogist
May 44 min read
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African American Genealogy: A Step-by-Step Guide to Tracing Your African American Roots
Happy Black History Month Folks! This blog is a little longer than most, but it comes from my step-by-step guide to starting your family...

Nicole Hicks, Family Historian/Genealogist
Feb 1013 min read
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Why Supporting African American History Museums is Essential for Our Future
It’s the fourth day of Black History Month, and I’m already a day behind folks! But I will be blogging for the entire month. I’m excited...

Nicole Hicks, Family Historian/Genealogist
Feb 55 min read
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Why Federal Agencies Are Cancelling Special Observances Celebrating People of Color? And Why Black Americans Don't Need Anyone’s Permission to Celebrate
First, Happy Black History Month, folks! I don’t usually rant in writing or in public, but we are living in a time where they are trying...

Nicole Hicks, Family Historian/Genealogist
Feb 25 min read
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