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Freetown Village Black History Moment: Frank R. Beckwith first Black person to run for president in a major political party

FREETOWN VILLAGE - October 1, 2021

Indianapolis Attorney Frank Roscoe Beckwith was the first Black person to run in a major political party for president of the United States. He...

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Honoring those who ‘make a difference’ in Indianapolis

BEN LASHAR - September 12, 2019

Instead of focusing on role models hundreds or thousands of miles away, the summer camp at Freetown Village connects Black youth with positive Black...

Arts & Culture

Freetown Village Celebrates Christmas: A Family Tradition

For the Recorder - November 15, 2016

For many, the holiday season elicits warm thoughts of togetherness and cheer. But did you know that there was a time in our nation...

Recorder to bear Bicentennial Torch

Guest Contributor - October 13, 2016

A torchbearer, by definition, is an individual who leads the way, one who enlightens or inspires others in working toward a valued goal. The...

Freetown Village honors city leaders who are making a difference

Guest Contributor - September 22, 2016

Studies show the impact of positive role models is of great significance on the lives of youth. According to research conducted by David Streight,...

Freetown Village Gets Into the Holiday Spirit in Upcoming Production

News Release - November 23, 2015

For many, the holiday season elicits warm thoughts of togetherness and cheer. But did you know that there was a time in our nation...

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Freetown Village Black History Month event takes a historical journey through music

For the Recorder - February 25, 2015

Earlier this week it was announced that Queen Latifah’s Bessie Smith film will debut this spring on HBO. The film which stars Latifah, will...

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Freetown Village brings little known Lincoln lore to life

For the Recorder - August 13, 2014

Thirteen years before he was elected this nation’s 16th President, Abraham Lincoln represented a Kentucky slave owner named Robert Matson in his attempt to...

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Freetown Village tells stories at the Madame Walker

Guest Contributor - July 9, 2013

Freetown Village celebrates one of Indiana’s most well known women in history with a one-character dramatic performance about Madame C.J. Walker on July 11. ...

EXPLAINER: Trio guilty of killing Ahmaud Arbery. What now?

All 3 men charged in Arbery’s death convicted of murder

Hogsett declares Nov. 20 ‘Mike Epps Day’ after Netflix taping

Millions of people need insulin. Why is it so expensive?

‘Falling through the cracks’: Long-term disparities in diabetes care

Transforming Lives Through Tech | Stephen Lewis Shares What’s New at Eleven Fifty Academy

‘This isn’t motorists vs. cyclists’: Group calls for safer roads for all

Indianpolis Public Library hosts annual Fall Fest

Hogsett declares Nov. 20 ‘Mike Epps Day’ after Netflix taping

Dennis Murphy: Investing in the future of Indiana’s workforce will alleviate labor shortage strain

Boyd: The bitter side of sugar

Smith: Is there common ground on our history?

Shabazz: Make marijuana legal (or at least get the process started)

Lincoln Hospital

Cathedral football player motivated by loss off the field

Photos: Pacers 102, Heat 91 (OT)

Big Ten Basketball Media Day Pics

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EXPLAINER: Trio guilty of killing Ahmaud Arbery. What now?

All 3 men charged in Arbery’s death convicted of murder

Transforming Lives Through Tech | Stephen Lewis Shares What’s New at Eleven Fifty Academy

‘This isn’t motorists vs. cyclists’: Group calls for safer roads for all

Indianpolis Public Library hosts annual Fall Fest

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