-
Revolus, and other Haitian Americans in Connecticut met with Sen. Chris Murphy in Stamford Thursday where they called on aid for the country and for Haitians currently fleeing to the southern border.But while advocates want help, many are ambivalent about the United States’ role in helping the country due to a controversial past of American involvement and outright occupation.
-
Her performance at the Lincoln Memorial on April 9, 1939, marked a significant date in the history of American music and civil rights. Eighty five years later, Anderson is still remembered as a celebrated singer with Connecticut connections whose repertoire ranged from opera to spirituals.
-
Meet the co-owners of the coffee shop at the Hartford Public Library. Pair books with wine, and learn about the Durham Public Library's Cookbook Club and Teen Test Kitchen. Plus, surprising things cooks might find in the Library of Things.
-
Sheila Kearney wants a memorial for her aunt and other veterans to honor their role in World War II, when soldiers’ only method of reliable communication was by mail.
-
Connecticut Republican officials would like to see a new community center — this time in a different part of Connecticut’s 5th District.
-
Women have played important, often overlooked roles in the Civil Rights Movement from fundraiser Mollie Moon to judge Constance Baker Motley.
-
When people think of slavery in the U.S., many think of the South. But slavery happened in the North — and throughout New England, including Connecticut.
-
Experts are uncovering Connecticut’s ties to slavery. But students are also chronicling stories of northern enslavement right where they live.
-
Connecticut volunteers have reconstructed the life of Sawney Freeman, a violinist and composer, and restored his work for contemporary muisicians.
-
Venture Smith's narrative provides key insights into the history of slavery in the North and in Connecticut. His descendants are working to keep his story alive.