Black Folklore

NewsOne’s exclusive Black Folklore explores extraordinary untold tales from Black American history. Some are buried beneath the tides of time while others are hidden within horror stories of the supernatural. But all of these fascinating tales provide unique perspectives on the trials and tribulations of Black Americans and their historical truths.

Black Folklore

On the corner of Octavia and Bush in San Francisco sits a small park filled with big lore.

Black Folklore

In this episode of Black Folklore, host Grant Yanney tells the story of 'Free' Frank McWorter And the abolitionist town of New Philadelphia.

Black Folklore

In this episode of Black Folklore, host Grant Yanney tells the fascinating story of the Ghost of Willie Earle.

Black Folklore

In this episode of Black Folklore, host Grant Yanney tells the story of the haunting of Sorrell-Weed House.

Black Folklore

In this episode of Black Folklore, host Grant Yanney tells the incredible story of Henry "Box" Brown's escape from slavery.

Black Folklore

In episode four of Black Folklore in video, host Grant Yanney discusses the flooding of Vanport and the death of a city too Black for Oregon.

Black Folklore

Host Grant Yanney discusses the Black town buried beneath Central Park.

Black Folklore

Welcome to Episode 2 of Black Folklore In Video: The Ghosts Of Lake Lanier. Grant Yanney takes us back to the 1800s when it all began.

Black Folklore

Host Grant Yanney delves into the ghostly origins of the color Haint Blue.

Black Folklore

Rosewood is one of the most tragic and overlooked events in American history. 

Black Folklore

Here is the story of the Black Seminoles, a group of fugitive slaves who escaped bondage and created a community of free Blacks in Mexico. 

Black Folklore

Henry “Box” Brown's fortitude and perseverance deserve to be celebrated with the rest of the Black greats from American history.