Great African American Speeches

Famous Speeches

Some of the greatest, most inspiring speeches made in American history were made by African Americans. Let their words inspire us once again!

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

On the steps of the Lincoln Memorial Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. gave his famous "I've got a Dream" speech.

August 28, 1963
"I've Got A Dream"

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Sojourner Truth

This is Frances Gage's account of a speech given by Sojourner Truth at the Women's Rights Convention, 1851, in Akron, Ohio.

1851
"Aint I A Woman"

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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

On April 3, 1968 at the Mason Temple in Memphis Tennessee, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. gave his final speech

April 3, 1968
"I've Been to the Mountaintop"

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Barack Obama

Candidate for U.S. Senate in Illinois, Barack Obama, delivered the keynote address at the Democratic National Convention in Boston.

July 27, 2004
Barack Obama 2004 Keynote Speech

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Booker T. Washington

On September 18, 1895, Booker T. Washington spoke before a predominantly white audience at the Cotton States and International Exposition in Atlanta.

September 18, 1895
“Atlanta Compromise”

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Barbara Jordan

In l976, Barbara Jordan became the first woman and first African-American to give the keynote speech at the Democratic National Convention.

July 12, 1976
" Who Then Will Speak for the Common Good?"

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Scientists

African Americans invented many of the things we use today. Read more

Artists

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History

Follow the history of Black Americans from slave ships to the presidency. Read more

Athletes

Olympic winners, MVPS of every sport, and people who broke the color barrier. Read more

Civil Rights Activists

These men and women risked and sometimes lost their life to fight for the cause. Read more

Politicians

Meet the people who worked to change the system from the inside. Read more

My RedBubble

Prints and T-shirts

Visit my RedBubble page and use Michael Arnold Art to create greeting cards, T-shirts, mugs, and more.

Alaskan Nature

Enjoy the beauty of Alaskan nature

The variety and impressive numbers of mammals, birds and marine wildlife in Alaska draw visitors from all over the world. For some travelers, Alaska is wilderness, at least compared to what they may know from back home. The pristine wilderness of Alaska is, perhaps, the last vestige of thriving populations of North American wildlife. Where else can you see polar bears, bald eagles, blue and humpbacked whales, gray wolves, grizzly bears, orcas, lynx, moose, and hundreds of other rare and endangered species in their original and undisturbed natural habitats?

Simply Art

Original acrylic paintings by Michael Arnold

Enjoy our website filled with original signed acrylic paintings by award winning Artist Michael Arnold. Located in Citrus County Florida, Michael Arnold is a the editor at the Citrus County Chronicle. When he's not busy being an editor, he is an avid artist who enjoys painting in a variety of styles. We hope you take the time to click on each image to see a larger view and to learn what the artist, Michael Arnold has to say about his paintings.

The Dog Encyclopedia

photographs and information on all dog breeds

As dog owners and people who care deeply for animals and wildlife, we wanted our Dog Encyclopedia to be a website that could empower pet owners to create the most positive, loving environment for their dogs. Dog Encyclopedia realizes that owning a dog is like adding a new member to your family.

Floridian Nature

Learn about Florida's beautiful and unique nature.

Floridian Nature has everything your are looking for in Florida nature. The wildlife of Florida is rich and varied, yet most of us are familiar with only a dozen or so species: the "well known endangered species such as manatees and panthers; those, like raccoons and squirrels, that have adapted to urban environments; the frightening alligators and black bears; and those like the armadillo who can't seem to cross the road. Yet they are just a few of the many animal species found in Florida.