African Americans are the result of an amalgamation of many different countries, cultures, tribes and religions during the 16th and 17th … See more

Dance
African-American dance, like other aspects of African-American culture, finds its earliest roots in the dances of the hundreds of African ethnic groups that made up the enslaved African population in the Americas as … See more

When immigrant groups come to a new country, they often bring their native language with them and continue using it, at least initially, within their community. Over time, their language may blend with the dominant language of the new country, creating … See more

While African Americans practice a number of religions, Black Protestant is by far the most prevalent (59%), followed by Evangelical Protestant (15%).
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Music in African-American culture extends far beyond the realms of performance and consumption; it is deeply rooted in community participation and interaction. The act of musicking—actively engaging with music in various forms—includes singing together in … See more

The African American Museum Movement emerged during the 1950s and 1960s to preserve the heritage of the African-American experience and to ensure its proper interpretation … See more

Attire
The Black Arts Movement, a cultural explosion of the 1960s, saw the incorporation of surviving cultural dress with elements from … See more