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The Metro: Black film history treasures coming to Livonia
The Black Canon is teaming up with the Redford Theatre to display a rare collection of Black films dating back to the 1920s at a special benefit event at Taylor’d Garden.
The Metro: Baker’s, Simmons & Clark hit 90-plus year milestones in Detroit
The owners of Baker’s Keyboard Lounge and Simmons & Clark Jewelers joined the show to discuss the secret behind their businesses’ longevity.
The Metro: Celebrate Buffalo Soldiers history at Rouge Park blues festival
The Buffalo Soldiers were an all-Black U.S. Army unit that made a name for themselves during the 19th century.
The Metro: New book takes historical look at how Black Americans envisioned utopia
Detroit author Aaron Roberston joined the show to share his reflections on the diverse array of Black utopian visions throughout American history.
The Metro: Black Artists Archive working to preserve Detroit history
BAA Founder Dr. Kelli Morgan joined the show to discuss how the organization is preserving Black history in the city.
The Metro: Roger Guenveur Smith brings acclaimed solo performances to the Wright
The actor, playwright and director is best known for roles in Spike Lee’s “Do the Right Thing,” “Malcolm X,” and Ridley Scott’s “American Gangster.”
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