Black History Apps

African American Historic Sites Database Virginia (Free) iOS and Android - This app teaches users about locations in Virginia where historic African American Events took place. Users can browser through a list or select locations from a map. Many of the locations have beautiful historic photos.

Black History Tribute (Free) iOS only - A very basic app that lists historic Black Americans alphabetically or by category. When a user selects a person they can see a photo and read a short biography.

The Book of Negroes Historical Guide (Free) iOS and Android - Created in conjunction with a television miniseries that was created for the CBC (Canadian Broadcasting Channel) and then re-aired on BET (Black Entertainment Television it is based on a novel of the same name. The actual historical event that occurred during the American Revolution. The app teaches users about the actual historical events that the television series and novel were based upon. A gorgeous, well designed app that has high production value. It feels like a museum exhibit come alive on your device.

NMAAHC Mobile Stories (Free) iOS and Android - Created by the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture they app presents museum exhibits and items so that users everywhere can experience the museum from their device. The photos and exhibit items give an emotional depth and connection to the historical events from which they came. Easy to use and high quality.

 Black History Word Search (Free) iOS only - A simple app that feels dated, the app allows users to search for the names of famous Black Americans. It does not give any additional information but might encourage users to learn more about a Black American they have never heard about.

 Harriett Tubman Underground Railroad Byway (Free) iOS and Android - The app has been made to be used following the Underground Railroad Byway in Maryland but it's not necessary. The app provides audio and pictures to inform the users about historical events and locations. It would be fascinating to use in a car while traveling the route but the quality makes the content enjoyable without actually being there.