"For her outstanding and courageous reporting on the horrific and vicious violence against African Americans during the era of lynching."

City officials in Mississippi have proposed to fully name a street after suffragette and civil rights icon Ida B. Wells-Barnett. washingtonpost.com/national/city-…

In 1942, African-Americans were afforded the opportunity to enlist and serve in the Marine Corps. The men who enlisted in response completed recruit training at Montford Point, North Carolina during a time and place… instagram.com/p/CAoQq1AJhYA/…

Peale staffers came out yesterday to add #BlackLivesMatter signs, beautifully painted by the Peale's artistic director Jeffrey Kent (right), to the front of the historic building. #Bmore storyteller, social justice advocate, + author Chris Wilson (left) joined us as well.

“Our country’s national crime is lynching. It is not the creature of an hour, the sudden outburst of uncontrolled fury, or the unspeakable brutality of an insane mob. It represents the cool, calculating deliberation… instagram.com/p/CBMYKN4pkGM/…

While the Emancipation Proclamation took effect on January 1, 1863, it was over two and a half years before slaves held in Texas were freed. On June 18th, 1865 General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston with 2,000… instagram.com/p/CBoElZSJFa7/…

🚨 NEW MEMBER PERK! 🚨 Members of the Lewis Museum now receive 10% off at @idabstable. The restaurant offers a modern take on traditional soul food. We are so grateful for their support! Members support #TheLewis' mission to uplift Black voices. Join us: bit.ly/3im25DZ

Bring the Peale into your home....or take us with you on the go! You can now listen to "Baltimore Stories" & our weekly tops news "Flashing Briefing" on your Amazon Alexa device & app. Never miss a story again! Get more details & directions on our website thepealecenter.org/the-peales-ale…

The path to women’s voting rights is filled w/untold stories of generations of suffragists. Join Rosario Dawson & me in celebrating the 100th anniversary of the 19th amendment w/ #AndNothingLessPod from @womensvote100 and @PRX. Listen on Apple Podcasts: apple.co/30HW24D

Heart thumping... The last two years of my life arrived in a box. On the last stretch to pub day of 1/26/21. Pre-sales of #IdaBtheQueen w gorgeous artwork by Monica Ahanonu available now.

So honored to have my book about my great-grandmother #IdaBWells as one of USA TODAY's 5 books to not miss. #IdaBtheQueen drops in TWO DAYS on 1/26!!! ✌️julia cheiffetz Atria Books Simon & Schuster usatoday.com/story/entertai…

We've prepared a special menu that's sure to be love at first bite. Dine-in or enjoy at home with that special someone. For menu details visit: idabstable.com/valentines-spe…

On this day, February 12, 1909, the NAACP “in response to the ongoing violence against Black people around the country”. The organization’s founding members include Ida B. Wells-Barnett, W. E. B. Du Bois, Mary Church Terrell.

Celebrate this weekend with our Valentine's cocktail. Available for curbside! HISTORY OF LOVERS Hibiscus Infused Gin, Aperol, Fresh Lemon Juice, Topped with Prosecco

𝗡𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗔𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗶𝘃𝗲: Through these private tapes, journals, love letters, cherished memories, & never-before-seen photographs, Hana Ali reveals a complex man devoted to his family, and to helping others. idabstable.com/bookstore

We are happy to announce that Ida B’s Table is now accepting bookings for catered events, both on and off-premise. We look forward to hearing from you. As always, it is our privilege to serve you.

Today at 4:45 pm the Ida B. Wells Middle School of Washington, DC Ida B. Wells Middle School will unveil the “Shine the Light” statue in honor of Ida B. Wells.  “The way to right wrongs is to turn the light of truth upon them.” - Ida B. Wells   Artist: Ai Qiu Hopen, Humanity Memorial Inc.

Thank you to all who ordered catering for Thanksgiving! Ordering is now closed, as we have sold out. We appreciate all the support. If you placed an order before this post, that order will be honored. Remember, pick-up is Wednesday, November 24th between 10 am - 2 pm.

Make the holiday merry with Ida B's Table. This Christmas let us handle the cooking so you can spend more time with your family and friends. We're featuring new items like our Whole Oven Stuffer Roaster Chicken, a vegan Lasagna, and much more. idabstable.com/christmas-cate…