Black History Myths, Misinformation and Misconceptions
There are many different popular Black history myths circulating online and in everyday discourse. Myths and cultural misinformation concerning Black history, historical figures, and major events, can cause harm by erasing Black experiences, causing misconceptions about cultural identities, and increasing misunderstandings about histories that impact the current and future realities of Black life. The National Black Cultural Information Trust is working to correct this type of misinformation and make Black cultural history as accessible as possible by sharing information and educational resources in various digital spaces and convenient formats.
Popular Black History Myths Video Library
Fake Black History Part 1: Misinformation Willie Lynch Letter, Sojourner Truth, Origins of the term “African American”
Fake Black History Part 2: Misinformation about Harriet Tubman, Tuskegee, and Dr. Charles Drew
Fake Black History Part 3 : Misinformation about Rosa Parks and Claudette Colvin
Fake Black History Part 4: The Black Friday Edition
Popular Black History Myths Educational Pages
With Love and Gratitude: Reflecting on Rev. Jesse Jackson’s Enduring Influence During the 100th Anniversary of Black History Month
Today, the National Black Cultural Information Trust, Inc. mourns the loss of Rev. Jesse Jackson, a major figure in the struggle for civil rights, racial
Celebrating 100 Years of Black History Month: What it really means to Protect Black History
National Black Cultural Information Trust, Inc. 2023 – African American Cultural Expo and Children’s Book Fair By Jessica Ann Mitchell Aiwuyor Executive Director, National Black
Black History Moment: Black Birmingham’s Fight Against Segregation
Black History Moment: African Americans in Birmingham, Alabama fought for decades against segregation. This video by the History Channel showcases the dedication, work, and tireless
MLK Day Children’s Book Reading by the National Black Cultural Information Trust. Inc.
By Giada Jackson, NBCI Trust Community Outreach Coordinator On Monday, January 19, 2026, the National Black Cultural Information Trust, Inc. held a “Martin Luther King
My MLK Day Children’s Book Reading Experience with the National Black Cultural Information Trust, Inc.
By Marcus Moore, NBCI Trust Community Outreach Coordinator On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, celebrated this year on January 19, 2026, I had the opportunity
Honoring Queen Mother Audley Moore
The Schomburg Center presents a conversation on Audley “Queen Mother” Moore, a pioneering activist and leader in the reparations and Black liberation movements. Dr. Ashley
Statement from the National Black Cultural Information Trust, Inc. – Maryland’s Reparations Commission Moves Forward After Veto Override
Media Contact: National Black Cultural Information Trust, Inc. info@nbcit.org | www.nbcit.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 17,2025 Statement from the National Black Cultural Information Trust, Inc.
Fannie Lou Hamer: A Voice That Changed America
Fannie Lou Hamer’s America is a documentary by PBS World that narrates the compelling story of civil rights activist Fannie Lou Hamer through her
Protect Black History with the National Black Cultural Information Trust, Inc.
The Protect Black History Initiative is a project of the National Black Cultural Information Trust, Inc. that works to preserve and share Black history by
Honoring D’Angelo: Powerful Black, Soul, Funk Musician
Few artists have shaped the sound and spirit of modern soul music like D’Angelo. From his groundbreaking 1995 debut Brown Sugar to the revolutionary Voodoo