authors speak: the impact of race on american society

Join us for a rich discussion and viewing of a powerful short film about the hardships of homelessness and the challenges Richard endured growing up.

The Spady Museum launched Afternoon Insights with a lively and heartfelt session featuring Dennis Murry—who joined us on his birthday, no less! From life on Clint Moore Farm to his time in Vietnam, Dennis shared powerful stories filled with history, humor, and...

Parents and their children delve into musical genre’s impact as part of the Black History Study Palm Beach County Program What does “hip-hop” have to do with Black history? As Brian Knowles explained it, “hip hop” IS Black history. It is a lyrical collaboration of...

At the Spady Cultural Heritage Museum, we are always uncovering stories that challenge the boundaries of what we think we know—stories buried in the soil of South Florida, tucked into family photo albums, or nearly lost to time. One such story came to life recently...

Join us for a rich discussion and viewing of a powerful short film about the hardships of homelessness and the challenges Richard endured growing up.

Our second session of "Afternoon Insights" with well-known local journalist C. Ron Allen took place at a local dining venue within walking distance of the West Settlers historic district and the Spady Museum. Surrounded by the lively sounds of Delray Beach, Spady...

At the Spady Cultural Heritage Museum, our youth are everything. Exposing them to their culture, history, art and legacy is a large part of our mission.

Delray Beach, FL – November 22, 2024 – The Spady Cultural Heritage Museum celebrates the holidays for the next three months with community programs, cultural fundraisers and a month devoted to Black History. Dec. 26, 2024: Kwanzaa Celebration  2-5 p.m. 170...

FAU student Claudia Paul will soon have an opportunity to share her enthusiasm for Black History with a new audience. After interning at the Spady Cultural Heritage Museum in Delray Beach this summer, Claudia has joined the museum staff in a new role, project manager...

During any given class of the Black History Study - Palm Beach County program, students would have “Lion King” moments. “Remember who you are,” commanded an ethereal Mufasa to his son, Simba. In the movie, based on an African tale, young Simba regained strength,...