African American Women's History

General Resources (12) Organizations (17) 1492-1863/Slavery (100) African American Nurses @ 1864-1899 (15) Black Women Writers @ 1900-1949 (89) Racial Justice Activists @ 1950-1999 (68) African Amer Women Timeline (26)

African American History and Women

Women are half the human race, and they're half of black history, as well. Here are some highlights bringing together black history and women's history. You'll find timelines of African American history and women, biographies of African American women, African women rulers, and more.

African American History and Women - Timeline

A chronology of events and birthdates for African American women and other women involved in African American history, from 1492 to the present day, in a multi-page feature.

Notable African American Women

Find biographies, quotes, and other information on notable African American women in history.

Harlem Renaissance Women: Dreaming in Color

From the roots to the blossoming to the neglect to the rediscovery of this important literary movement. Article by your Women's History Guide.

Quiz: African American History and Women

Where Black History and Women's History come together ... a quiz on African American women who made history, women in general who influenced African American history, and African Americans who influenced women's history.