Looking for resources to commemorate Juneteenth and explore the history of African-American freedom and justice? Infobase is here to help. Discover our dedicated African-American History database, filled with expert-curated content. Plus, our streaming video platforms, Access Video On Demand for public libraries and Films On Demand for colleges and universities, offer a rich array of content covering the full scope of African-American history, from the inception of African-American slavery during the colonial period to the civil rights battles of today. These resources will help educate users about these important historical topics while helping them become better researchers and critical thinkers.
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Below, we’ve highlighted just some of the videos on our streaming video platforms you can share with researchers who want to learn more about the struggle for racial equality. NOTE: Not all titles are available on both platforms or in all countries. Some of these titles contain mature themes or content—viewer discretion is advised.
Great Migrations: A People on the Move Series (PBS, 2025)
This series explores the transformative impact of Black migration on American culture and society. From the waves of Black Americans to the North—and back to the South—over the last century to the growing number of immigrants from Africa and the Caribbean today, the film shows how movement is a defining feature of the Black experience.
Frederick Douglass: In Five Speeches (HBO®, 2022)
Inspired by David Blight’s Pulitzer Prize winning biography, this documentary brings to life the words of our country’s most famous anti-slavery activist. Actors Nicole Beharie, Colman Domingo, Jonathan Majors, Denzel Whitaker and Jeffrey Wright draw from five of Douglass’ legendary speeches, to represent a different moment in the tumultuous history of 19th century America.
American Coup: Wilmington 1898 (PBS, 2024)
American Coup: Wilmington 1898 tells the story of a deadly race massacre and carefully orchestrated insurrection in North Carolina’s largest city in 1898. Stoking fears of “Negro Rule,” self-described white supremacists used intimidation and violence to destroy Black political and economic power and overthrow Wilmington’s democratically-elected, multi-racial government.
Social Justice (Talking Black in America) (NC State University, 2025)
This program is an exposé of linguistic discrimination and its lifelong consequences in the lives of individual Black language speakers in the areas of education, the workplace, housing, healthcare, the legal system, and more. It also showcases Black language as a source of strength and solidarity in the fight against oppression and celebrates it as one of the most vital and dynamic influences on American culture and throughout the world.
The Civil War’s Lost Massacre (Secrets of the Dead) (PBS, 2024)
Originally a supply depot for Union forces in Kentucky, Camp Nelson became the site where 10,000 Black soldiers trained in the Civil War. In the war’s last months, these soldiers were attacked by bitter Southerners. Their remains have never been found, but now a team is dedicated to finding them to memorialize their service and heroism.
The Riot Report (PBS, 2024)
When Black neighborhoods across America erupted in violence during the summer of 1967, President Johnson appointed a commission to determine what happened, why it happened and what could be done to keep it from happening again. The bi-partisan commission’s final report offered a shockingly unvarnished assessment of American race relations that would doom its finding to political oblivion.
The History of Black Voting Rights (TMW Media, 2024)
This program explores the profound impact of the Black American vote on American democracy. It examines the historical milestones and modern-day movements that highlight the Black vote’s significant role in shaping the nation. The program delves into the struggles, courage, and triumphs that define the fight for Black voting rights, recognizing key events like the 15th Amendment and the Voting Rights Act of 1965.
Harriet Tubman: Visions of Freedom (PBS, 2022)
Go beyond the legend and meet the woman who repeatedly risked her life and freedom to liberate others from slavery. One of the greatest freedom fighters in U.S. history, Tubman was an Underground Railroad conductor, a Civil War scout, nurse, and spy. Directed by Oscar®-nominated filmmaker Stanley Nelson and Nicole London, the film is narrated by Emmy® Award-winner Alfre Woodard.
Marian Anderson: The Whole World in Her Hands (American Masters Series, PBS, 2022)
Explore the life, career, art, and legacy of the African-American contralto and civil rights pioneer Marian Anderson. Anchored by key performances in her career, Marian Anderson: The Whole World in Her Hands shows how her quiet genius and breathtaking voice set the stage for Black performers in classical music, and a louder voice for civil rights.
The Black Church: This Is Our Story, This Is Our Song (PBS Series, 2021)
Hosted by Henry Louis Gates Jr., this series chronicles the rich history of an institution at the heart of the African-American experience. Beginning with enslavement, traveling through emancipation, Jim Crow, the Great Migration, the civil rights movement, and ending in the present-day, Henry takes viewers on a journey through time, focusing on the key events, charismatic figures, political debates, and musical traditions that have shaped, and been shaped by, the Black Church. The series also explores the complexity of these spaces of worship at a time when many believe it is at a crossroads. A chorus of leading scholars, ministers, and cultural influencers who grew up in the Black Church will weigh in and give meaning to events past and present.
Gospel (PBS Series, 2024)
From acclaimed scholar Henry Louis Gates Jr., “Gospel” explores Black spirituality in sermon and song. From the blues to hip-hop, African Americans have been the driving force of sonic innovation for over a century. While musical styles come and go, there is one sound that has been a constant source of strength, courage, and wisdom from the pulpit to the choir lofts on any given Sunday: gospel.
Becoming Frederick Douglass (PBS, 2022)
Discover how a man born into slavery became one of the most influential voices for democracy in U.S. history. A gifted writer and charismatic orator, it is estimated that more Americans heard Douglass speak than any other 19th-century figure—Black or white. Directed by Oscar-nominated filmmaker Stanley Nelson and Nicole London, the film features the voice of actor Wendell Pierce as Douglass.
Black Action Figures (Numeric Pictures, 2023)
This is a short documentary about representation, connection, and the power of seeing yourself included in popular culture. It features Duro Wicks sharing some of his personal doll collection and talking about his motivation, process, and passion to find and collect Black action figures.
District Greenwood: The Amalgamated People (Filmhub, 2023)
In 1921, Tulsa, Oklahoma’s Greenwood District, or Black Wall Street, was one of the most prosperous African-American communities in the U.S. This documentary charts that history and explores the lessons from this time period that can be applied today.
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See also:
- Check out African-American History for a comprehensive exploration of the full spectrum of African-American history and culture, with curated Topic Centers, thousands of biographies, videos, primary sources, timelines, and more—ideal for student research.
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About the Authors
Patrice Keville (she/her), MLIS, has worked in marketing and editorial capacities at library and education-focused companies for well over 15 years. Prior to working at Infobase, she was an Assistant Editor at the H.W. Wilson Company, where she worked on H.W. Wilson’s Core Collections (formerly Standard Catalogs). She lives in Brooklyn with her husband, Matthew.
Sharon Golan is Senior Director of Licensing Strategy at Infobase. With over 15 years of experience in the education market, she focuses on developing video streaming solutions that provide our customers with the best educational resources to support their teaching and learning.
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