Next week is Giving Tuesday. While you're off to holiday celebrations with family and friends, ask yourself - what's the best way for me to support my community? . . . #giveback #givingtuesday #nonprofit

These items were left behind at #BNEC2025 - if you recognize them or they belong to you, you can retrieve them at the BHTNH headquarters during our open hours. (Pictured: a black sweatshirt reading "I Got Bridged" and a light purple satchel bag.)

Today on the Black Heritage Trail blog: Argentina's erasure of Black lives, what can we learn from it. zurl.co/ZeNie #blackhistory

The first post of the BHTNH blog is up. Read more here: zurl.co/m80CP #Blackhistory #education

Looking for holiday gifts? The Trail is offering a limited run of holiday gift bundles. Get a selection of our most popular items for only $50 while supplies last. With the holidays fast approaching, don't let these slip past you. come by the Trail and pick up your bundle today!

Black history is New Hampshire history. Help us ensure it’s told with pride, accuracy, and heart. 💛 Support today: blackheritagetrail.nhorg/donate . . . #BHTNH #SupportTheTrail

Everyone deserves a full table this season. BLMNH is providing free turkeys to community members and families across New Hampshire, no questions asked. Sign up below. zurl.co/21LJh

Research in the Monadnock Region has identified over 450 people of color living there between 1730 and 1930 — including many who were formerly enslaved. Their lives and stories matter. Join us in honouring them. #HiddenHistory #BlackNewEngland

When you support the Black Heritage Trail, you’re not just donating - you’re helping to better define our history. Thank you for believing in truth. ✊🏽 #GiveForChange #HistoryForAll

What’s a story from Black history that changed how you see America? Share it below — we’d love to highlight your reflections in a future post. 🖤 #BlackHistory #OurHistoryOurVoices

Progress on the Ona Judge Mural: today, artist Manuel Ramirez came and installed the panels for the upcoming mural on our building. The artist sketch becoming a reality grows closer by the day...stay tuned for a time lapse video! . . . #blackhistory #granitestate #603love #onajudge

Because of you, history lives on. Every donation helps us preserve stories, share truth, and inspire future generations. Thank you to our incredible community of supporters — we couldn’t do this without you! 💛 #ThankYouDonors #HistoryMatters

Ona Judge (1773-1848) escaped bondage during Washington’s reign in Pennsylvania and fled to coastal NH, where she lived out the rest of her days. Ona Judge’s courage and resolve marks her as one of New Hampshire’s 5 Black Figures to Know. . . . #granitestate #localhistory #blackhistory #5toknow

Yesterday was our last Sankofa Guided Walking Tour of 2025. Stay tuned for the new 2026 program schedule at zurl.co/FHVHV. We'll see you next season! . . . . #blackhistory #blacknewengland #sankofa #portsmouthtours #granitestate

Richard Potter (1782-1835) was a world-famous magician, often known as the first African-American celebrity - and a Granite State resident. Learn about his life in John Hodgson’s book, available via our bookstore: zurl.co/LDBL5 . . . #granitestate #localhistory #Blackhistory

We’re thrilled to accept the Volunteer Champion Award from VolunteerNH. To all our wonderful volunteers - thank you for making our work possible! We’re so glad you’re getting recognized. . . . . #volunteer #granitestate #Blackhistory

#BNEC2025 has come and gone. What was your favorite part of this years' Black New England Conference? . . . #Blackhistory #diversenewengland

Attention all #BNEC2025 Zoom attendees: we're so excited to have you with us. Send us a picture of your Zoom setup with the hashtag #BNECatHome so we can see how you're attending the conference from the comfort of your own home. . . . . #blackexcellence #blackhistory #granitestate #webinar

It's finally here - #BNEC2025 is happening today at SNHU. Registration starts at 10am - but we'll be live on IG beforehand! #BlackHistory #granitestate

Good news - if you haven't registered yet, the registration for #BNEC2025 is HEAVILY discounted. With $25 for in-person and $5 for virtual attendance, you really won't be able to beat this pricing. This discount will only last for a few hours, so act now & register here: zurl.co/L1AXv

1 DAY UNTIL #BNEC2025 - We're so excited to see Lynae Vanee, Shannon LaNier, and all the rest tomorrow. What are you most looking forward to about the Black New England Conference? Register for BNEC in person or via Zoom here: zurl.co/I0w5F#BNEC2025 . . . . #Blackexcellence #blackhistory #conference

This #ThankYouThursday, we're taking a minute to express our gratitude that @Eversource has been such a longstanding partner of the Black Heritage Trail. Our sponsors make the work we do possible - thank you for protecting New Hampshire's history.

Need a hand finding your way to #bnec2025? Take a look at this handy map of @SNHU that we've marked up. If you can't attend in-person, you can still attend #BNECathome via Zoom: zurl.co/9Ux6s#bnec2025#BNECathome . . #blacknewengland #blackexcellence #blackhistory #storytelling

5 days to go until #BNEC2025! Check out one of our guest panelists, entrepreneur and speaker Antonio Saunders: zurl.co/TCI9d Register for the Black New England Conference here: zurl.co/j5vgH#BNEC2025 . . . #blackhistory #blacknewengland

Can't make it to Manchester on the 25th? Attend #BNEC2025 on Zoom. Reserve your virtual seat here: zurl.co/ogzhK#BNEC2025 #BNECatHome #blackhistory #virtualconference

Tomorrow afternoon, Jake (and his cat Konah) will be answering all your #BNEC2025 questions. Leave a comment below, and they'll make sure your question gets answered! . . . . #blackhistory #blackheritage #cats #bnecathome

Questions about the upcoming Black New England Conference #BNEC2025? Our marketing specialist, Jake Webb, will be answering your questions live on Instagram and TikTok from 4-5pm today. Stop in and say hi! . . . #blackhistory #iglive

Reps from the Ann Theodore Foundation met with us to discuss our ongoing programs and projects. Later, George from LCHIP came by to check in on the restoration progress on 222 Court's foundation. Thank you both for your time and your generosity!

This #IdigenousPeoplesDay, we honor the rich histories and traditions of the people who have lived on this land for millennia. Take a moment to remember the contributions of Native Americans to our nation and consider the importance of not allowing forgotten history to stay forgotten.

Meet Nancy Gardner Prince (1799-1859) - a Black woman born free in Newburyport, MA. As an author, she wrote about her travels from Jamaica to Czar Alexander’s Imperial Court. Prince's most famous work is available here: zurl.co/4hfAA . . . #blackhistory #womenofcolor #historichighlight

#BNECatHome: Attend the Black New England Conference from anywhere in the world (where there's an internet connection). Register here: zurl.co/KjaU7#BNECatHome . . . . #blackhistory #bnec2025 #history #conferences #Blacknewengland

From last Saturday's tour - this group learned the stories of some of the Seacoast's early generations of African-born and African American women. Interested in viewing Portsmouth's Black his(her)story? Take a tour from one of our Sankofa Scholars: zurl.co/Z9kIl #sankofa #tours #Blackhistory

A skilled musician, Charles Hall made an impression on local writers such that his life was preserved in poems and local writings. Despite the racism he faced throughout his life, Hall was popular in Newport, with his funeral described as being full-to-capacity. Learn his story: zurl.co/21AMw

BHTNH Executive Director JerriAnne Boggis attended the Black Lives Matter Gala this Saturday. Thank you @Black Lives Matter for all that you do in our community. . . . #blacknewengland #blacklivesmatter #diversity

Saturday's #TeaTalk is headed by Dr. Akeia de Barros Gomes (PhD) works on curatorial projects on race, Indigenous histories, ethnicity, and diversity in New England's Maritime activities. Hear what she has to say about African philosophies of war on 10/4, either virtual or in-person: zurl.co/XNAJk

THE THINGS THEY CARRIED - Saturday's Tea Talk in Concord will cover the philosophies that enslaved Africans brought to America with them, the strategies and ideals that guided them through hardships. RSVP here: zurl.co/Nw9K4 . . . . #TeaTalk #603history #blackhistory #philosophy

THIS SATURDAY - Don't miss our LAST EWH Tea Talk of 2025. The discussion will explore how African philosophies of war and cosmology helped enslaved Africans endure and cope with the trauma of enslavement. RSVP now: zurl.co/YzaYP . . . #blackhistory #blacknewengland #603 #nhhistory

Students: If you're interested in #BNEC2025 but the tickets look a little pricey, check in with us about student and senior discounts. We want as few barriers to entry as possible for this event. Learn more here: zurl.co/B5h84#BNEC2025 . . . . . #blacknewenglandconference #blackhistory #granitestate

In the post COVID world, hybrid models are everywhere. #BNEC2025 offers virtual attendance as an option at a discounted price. You might not be in the room, but you'll still be a part of the conversation. Get your tickets now: zurl.co/tpLWH#BNEC2025 #blackhistory #blacknewenglandconference #education

#HistoricHighlight - Remembered as a kind Sunday school teacher, Edith Mary Green spent her life devoted to the Shaker community. Learn her full story here: zurl.co/KAzB7#HistoricHighlight#blackhistoryhighlight #blackheritagetrail #historic

Our February Tea Talk "Things They Carried: An African Philosophy on War, Surviving Enslavement and Citizenship" returns October 4th. Don't miss this exploration on how African philosophies helped enslaved Africans endure and cope with the trauma of enslavement. Learn more here: zurl.co/VD241

Sunday's #TeaTalk - Glenn Knoblock and Bob Sheppard shared insights into the wartime experiences of Black men throughout American history, from the Revolution (where many Black Granite Staters served) to the famed Tuskegee Airmen during World War II. What was the most interesting fact you learned?

Today's Expanded Tea Talk, originally hosted in Warner, is now fully remote. Register for the Zoom here: zurl.co/QVpSV . . . . #blackhistory #GraniteState #603love

Truthtelling is so important in today's climate - #BNEC2025 is all about bringing to light stories that are otherwise unheard. See us there at @snhu.edu on 10/25. Tickets here: zurl.co/fcH05

Sunday’s Expanded EWH Tea Talk has been moved entirely online - keep an eye out for the Zoom link in your inbox. If you have yet to register, you can do so here: zurl.co/hOU3e

#BNEC2025 features many known faces - have you seen any of these influencers other content? . . . . #blackhistory #influencers #blacknewenglandconference #GraniteState

In one week, our Expanded Tea Talk "Hopes and Impediments: War and Strategies for Belonging" returns to Warner, NH. Learn more here: zurl.co/FE875 . . . . #blackhistory #granitestate #blackheritagetrail

Last October, BNEC was a huge success. We learned from a variety of panelists the history of Black LGBTQ trailblazers and their contributions to life in America today. If you attended last year's conference, are you planning on returning for #BNEC2025? . . . . #blackhistory #lgbtq

On this day, we remember the brave firefighters of NYC who gave their lives to save others. Specifically, we recognize the 12 members of FDNY’s Vulcan Society who lost their lives on September 11, 2001. #blackhistory #memorial #september11

The Black Heritage Trail of NH has 5 signature programs. From our Juneteenth Celebrations to the Black New England Conference in October, there's something year-round to get on the Trail. What have you attended? . . . . #blacknewenglandconference #blackhistory #603love #blackheritagetrail