Tag Archives: Black history

Beyond Prissy: The Literary Ambitions of Butterfly McQueen

Posted on January 27, 2025 by ahcadmin

In a small collection at the American Heritage Center – apparently the only archival collection of her papers anywhere – actress Butterfly McQueen preserved a series of typescript works that made me wonder: of all her experiences, why did she … Continue reading →

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Bucking Stereotypes: Celebrating Trailblazer Abe Morris for Black History Month

Posted on January 29, 2024 by ahcadmin

How did a young man from New Jersey become one of the first Black bull riders on the professional rodeo circuit? The story of rodeo pioneer Abe Morris is one of determination in the face of obstacles. Born in 1956, … Continue reading →

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Black History Month Highlight: Elizabeth Byrd, Wyoming Politician

Posted on February 16, 2012 by ahcadmin

We continue our celebration of Black History Month by drawing much-deserved attention to Elizabeth Byrd.  She was another Wyoming “First,” in that she was the first African-American to serve in the Wyoming House of Representatives, as well as in the … Continue reading →

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Black History Month Highlight: Bill Pickett

Posted on February 2, 2012 by ahcadmin

In honor of Black History Month, the AHC would like to share some of our collection material that highlights African-American life in the West and beyond. The Cowboy The original cowboy archetype in the US imagination was tall, rangy, and … Continue reading →

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