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The history of 'Lift Ev'ry Voice and Sing'

On February 12, 1900, James Weldon Johnson's song 'Lift Ev'ry Voice and Sing' was sung for the first time by a choir of Jacksonville children for a celebration of Abraham Lincoln's birthday. Here's the story of the song known as America's Black national anthem. Read More

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6 Black cultural heritage sites to visit in town

In honor of Black History Month, here are six historic African American cultural heritage destinations in Jacksonville to visit. Read More

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The Civil War Photography of St. Augustine

Local writer Andrew Nicholas shares a look at pictures taken of St. Augustine by Union photographer Samuel Abbot Cooley during the Civil War. Read More

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Lessons from Bryant Park must guide JWJ Park redesign

Lessons from NYC’s Bryant Park must guide James Weldon Johnson Park’s redesign. Read More

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Neighborhoods: The Hill

The Hill is a historic African American neighborhood in Jacksonville Beach that dates back to the late 19th century. Read More

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