Top 20 sites to learn African American History

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I have great news for Morphological Confetti!  It was chosen by onlinedegree.net as one of the 20 best sites to learn about African American History.  I have so much passion for the history of Africans in America, so this is quite an honor. To God be the glory.  Peace~

Photo source:  bowdoin.edu
Pictured above:Romare Bearden, American, 1911-1988, Heavy Freight (from the 12 Trains Suite), 1974, photo etching with hand coloring, Art © Romare Bearden Foundation/Licensed by VAGA, New York, NY

Comments

Deb Sistrunk Nelson said…
Congrats! The honor is well-deserved, Stephen.
Monday, May 10, 2010 11:12:00 AM
Mickle in NZ said…
Recognition that is so very much well-deserved, dear Stephen. Aand you are teaching me with every post.

Hope you and your family are having a happy Springtime,

Michelle and Zebbycat, xx and slobbery purrs (Zeb is washing and purring all at once, bless him)
Saturday, May 15, 2010 6:15:00 AM
neena maiya (guyana gyal) said…
Wonderful news, Stephen.

You know what I've been saying all along about you and your showcasing of this history, don't you?

I like that collage / montage. [I don't remember the difference between the two...]
Sunday, May 16, 2010 9:55:00 AM
Stephen A. Bess said…
Thanks Michelle! Hello to Zebby Cat.

GG- Yes, you have been telling me to put together a history book for over a year. :)You're such a good sister. Thank you so much.
Monday, May 17, 2010 11:50:00 AM
AFRICANFAB said…
I love your blog. I am always looking for African American history for inspiration for my fabrics. You blog is treasure of info.
BTW. Thanks for Joining my blog and following me!! www.africanamericanfabrics.com
Tuesday, June 01, 2010 5:09:00 PM
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