African American History

The estimated $80 million proposal is expected to bring affordable housing, a vocational training center, business space and infrastructure improvements to the industrial district by 2027.

The surviving participants of Tampa's sit-in were recognized for their efforts in the Civil Rights Movement.

February is Black History Month and WUSF is commemorating it by shining a light on Floridians who've made an impact on their communities.

The first public screening of 'Razed' is on Saturday. The film by Roundhouse Creative Studio explores the broken promises made to residents of the Gas Plant district, where the Tropicana Field stands today.

During Black History Month, WUSF is bringing you stories of local Floridians who have made an impact on their communities.

February is Black History Month and WUSF is bringing you stories of Floridians who've made an impact on their communities.

The renowned food journalist won James Beard Awards for two books and also serves as Editor in Chief of the "Cook’s Country" magazine and television show.

Conductor Nicholas Hersh calls William Dawson's work "a fundamental part of our history and a beautiful piece of our culture."

Like so many other phosphate mining towns, Coronet thrived just south of Plant City until the 1960s. Thought it no longer exists, its residents recall a bustling industry and a tight-knit community.

The new museum will highlight the history of predominantly African American Tampa communities, as well as the leaders within them.

Florida congressman Byron Donalds, a prominent Donald Trump supporter, tried to attract Black voters to Trump's side but drew criticism from Democrats after making a comparison involving the Jim Crow era.

The Florida Museum of Black History Task Force voted 5-4 to ratify its rankings from last month's meeting and select an undeveloped site near St. Augustine belonging to Florida Memorial University.