American mosaic

Describes elite African-American organizations and their role in American society.

Traces the history of African-Americans in film, radio, and television, looking at how the lingering images of minstrel shows and subservience have influenced the types of roles and the amount of money offered to African-American actors and actresses.

A comprehensive look at historically black colleges and universities, from their origins to the present time, including the individuals and groups involved in creating that history.

Tells the story of the Tuskegee Airmen, a group of African-American pilots, trained at the Tuskegee Institute of Alabama, who overcame obstacles of bigotry and racism to distinguish themselves in service during World War II.

A comprehensive look at the history of blues music, from its origins to the present time, including the musicians involved in creating that history.