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Press Release: A Pivotal Conversation on Policing and Criminal Justice in New Hampshire

A Pivotal Conversation on Policing and Criminal Justice in New Hampshire Portsmouth, NH – The Black Heritage Trail of New Hampshire (BHTNH) is excited to spotlight the fourth event in the Elinor Williams Hooker Tea Talks 2024 series, “Close to the Edge: Policing and Criminal Justice in New Hampshire.” This crucial discussion, set for February 25, 2024, at the Portsmouth Public Library, promises to be a cornerstone of this year’s series, themed “A New Deal for A Great Society.”…

BHTNH Announces New Board Officers and Members

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The Black Heritage Trail of New Hampshire is pleased to announce the officers who will lead its Board of Directors in 2024 and welcome three new board members. The board officers are President Dr. Shari Robinson who serves as the Assistant Vice-Provost of Student Life at the University of New Hampshire, and Vice President Tanisha Johnson who is the Child and Family Services Director for the Community Action Partnership of Strafford County. Returning in their current roles are…

Release: "A Question of Access and Quality: Health Care in New Hampshire" – A Highlight of the Elinor Williams Hooker Tea Talks 2024

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The Black Heritage Trail of New Hampshire (BHTNH) isexcited to announce the third session of the 2024 Elinor Williams HookerTea Talks, "A Question of Access and Quality: Health Care in NewHampshire." This pivotal discussion, set for February 18, 2024, at thePortsmouth Public Library, is part of this year's enlightening series, “A New Deal for A Great Society.”The panel, featuring Bobbie D. Bagley, Dr. Marie Ramos, and NicoleSublette, moderated by Josephine Porter, explores the realities of NewHampshire’s health care today and…

BHTNH Letter in Support of NH CACR13 2024

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Empowering Change and Challenging Inequities: Black Heritage Trail NH Launches Tea Talk Series on Economic Justice and Housing Dreams

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The Black Heritage Trail of New Hampshire is pleased to announce the kickoff of the Elinor Williams Hooker Tea Talks Series for 2024, featuring two enlightening panels. These thought-provoking discussions aim to shed light on significant historical and contemporary issues concerning the African American community in New Hampshire. The first panel, titled “New Deal or Raw Deal: Why it Matters,” will take place on Sunday, February 4, 2024, at the Portsmouth Public Library, located at 175 Parrot Ave, Portsmouth NH.…

Press Release: Elinor Williams Hooker Tea Talks 2024

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“A New Deal for A Great Society: Elinor Williams Hooker Tea Talks 2024” Date: Dec. 12th, 2023 Location: Portsmouth, NH The Black Heritage Trail of New Hampshire (BHTNH) proudly announces the Elinor Williams Hooker Tea Talks 2024, a series of insightful and participatory panel-led discussions. This year’s theme, “A New Deal for A Great Society,” aims to delve into the historical and current social and civic environment of New Hampshire, exploring the impact of federal programs from the New Deal…

Book Signing Event: Beyond the Bus and Meet Author H.H. Leonards

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Portsmouth, NH – The Black Heritage Trail of New Hampshire (BHTNH) is proud to present a remarkable evening centered around the book “Rosa Parks Beyond the Bus: Life, Lessons, and Leadership” on Thursday, November 16, 2023, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Temple Israel on State Street in Portsmouth. The event will feature author H.H. Leonard, who shares a compelling collection of memories, providing an intimate glimpse into the life and lessons of the iconic civil rights figure, Rosa Parks.…

Book Signing Event: The Pearl of Portsmouth featuring author Tammi Truax and Illustrator Rev. Lillian Buckley

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The Black Heritage Trail of New Hampshire (BHTNH) is excited to announce a captivating book signing event on Friday, November 3, 2023, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at 222 Court Street, Portsmouth. This special occasion will feature author Tammi Truax and Illustrator Rev. Lillian Buckley as they discuss and sign copies of their remarkable book, “The Pearl of Portsmouth: A Story of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.” Join us for a profoundly insightful event that offers a unique opportunity to delve…

17th Annual Black New England Conference Presents Inspiring Keynotes and Special Presenters

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The Black Heritage Trail of New Hampshire (BHTNH) is proud to announce the exceptional lineup of lunchtime keynotes and special presenters for the 17th Annual Black New England Conference, themed “I Too Sing: Art, Writing and Music in Our BIPOC Communities.” This two-day event, held in partnership with Northeastern University and the Reckonings Project, promises to be a celebration of the diverse creative voices within the Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) communities. The conference will take place at…

Robin S. Is Black New England Conference Keynote Speaker

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Known for 1990s house singles like “Show Me Love,” Robin S. is the keynote speaker at the awards dinner of the Black New England Conference (BNEC). Held at Northeastern University’s Fenway Center on October 20, the dinner includes a presentation of the Black Heritage Trail New Hampshire (BHTNH)’s Citizen of the Year award to Napoleon Jones-Henderson for his achievements championing Black Art nationally and globally. The conference theme, “I, Too, Sing: Art, Music, and Writing in BIPOC Communities,” celebrates the…