Black History@CDD

Honoring the historical Black changemakers that have shaped Cambridge.

Black History@CDD

Black History@CDD celebrates the accomplishments and contributions of the Black citizens that have shaped the City of Cambridge and the world.

These are some of the historical groundbreakers and the Hidden Figures who have accomplished great things at great odds, and made the world a better place.

Please enjoy, learn, and share this knowledge with others who might benefit from learning about Black history in Cambridge and beyond.

If you have any questions, please contact David Corbie at Dcorbie@cambridgema.gov.

#BlackHistoryCambridge


Hidden Figures

Honoring the hidden figures that have made history in Cambridge.


Historical Groundbreakers

Honoring the historical groundbreakers who have paved the way for others to follow in their path.


#BlackHistoryCambridge Feature

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Historical Sites

This map highlights special sites where Black changemakers lived, worked, and organized in Cambridge, MA.

Click on an icon to access information about the location. Click the "Find My Location" button to connect your location to the map. Click the "home" button to reposition the map. Click the "+" button to zoom closer. Click the "-" button to zoom out.


Black History Resources

Learn about the national civil rights movement and those that have contributed to it.