BHM 2021: Not So Known Bay Area African American History

An article from 2016 African American Heritage month that highlights the lives the of African Americans in Napa County during the early part of California's history.

Article that attempts to chronicle the life of Jon Grider, an African American pioneer, but in doing so, uncovers a rich history of African Americans in early California history.

Useful statistics for research on contemporary African American issues.

Article on the history of the 1946 West Coast Negro League that included the Oakland Larks and San Francisco Sea Lions.

Article chronicling the history of one of Oakland's most influential record label.

Article writing about the annual Blues Festival in July that celebrates the African American heritage in Russell, CA.

Use our amazing California History Journal to browse more articles on local African American History!