Black Power Collection

OLYMPIC GAMES, 1968. American runners Tommie Smith (center) and John Carlos (right) showing the Black Power salute during the medal ceremonies at the Olympic Games in Mexico City

MALCOLM X (1925-1965). Originally Malcolm Little. American religious and political leader. Photograph, c1963

MALCOLM X (1925-1965). Born Malcolm Little. American religious and political leader. Photographed while giving a speech at a rally in Harlem, New York City, c1963

Originally Malcolm Little. American religious and political leader
MALCOLM X (1925-1965). Originally Malcolm Little. American religious and political leader

Born Malcolm Little. American religious and political leader. Photographed while giving a speech at a rally in Harlem
MALCOLM X (1925-1965). Born Malcolm Little. American religious and political leader. Photographed while giving a speech at a rally in Harlem, New York City, c1963

Vietnam tour jacket with Black Power embroidery, 1971-1972. Creator: Saha Union Group
Black jacket probably worn by an African-American soldier during the Vietnam war. The back features discolored white embroidery

Pinback button of Farrakhan quote, after 1985. Creator: Unknown
African-American religious leader and political activist Louis Farrakhan was appointed National Representative of the Nation of Islam by former NOI leader Elijah Muhammad

Pinback button which reads "Malcolm X Speaks For Me", 1960-1970
Malcolm X (1925-1965), was an African-American Muslim minister and human rights activist during the civil rights movement

Pinback button promoting African Liberation Day, 1977. Creator: Unknown
The All-African Peoples Revolutionary Party, a socialist political party founded by Kwame Nkrumah in 1968, expanded to the United States in 1972

Pinback button for CORE and Black Power, ca. 1966. Creator: Unknown
The Black Power movement of the late 1960s and early 1970s, emphasised racial pride and the need to promote the collective interests and values of Black Americans

BLACK PANTHERS, 1967. Armed Black Panthers on the steps of the California state capitol, protesting a bill banning the carrying of loaded firearms, 2 May 1967

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"Black Power: A Symbol of Strength, Solidarity, and Struggle" The iconic image captured at the 1968 Olympic Games in Mexico City forever etched the concept of "Black Power" into history. American runners Tommie Smith and John Carlos boldly raised their clenched fists during the medal ceremonies, using this powerful salute as a symbol of black pride and resistance against racial injustice. Standing alongside them was Australian Peter Norman, wearing an OPHR badge in solidarity. The roots can be traced back to influential figures like Malcolm X, an American religious and political leader who advocated for self-determination and empowerment within the black community. Born Malcolm Little, he tirelessly fought against systemic racism through his speeches and activism. One such photograph captures him passionately addressing a rally in Harlem during the early 1960s. As time progressed, Black Power became more than just a movement; it became a fashion statement too. A Vietnam tour jacket with Black Power embroidery from 1971-1972 showcases how individuals proudly displayed their support for this cause on their clothing. Pinback buttons also played a significant role in spreading awareness - one featuring a Farrakhan quote after 1985 exemplifies this. Moreover, pinback buttons were used to express personal affiliations with prominent leaders like Malcolm X - one button reads "Malcolm X Speaks For Me, " emphasizing his influence on countless lives throughout the civil rights era. The impact extended beyond America's borders as well. African Liberation Day was promoted through pinback buttons in 1977 as part of global efforts to combat colonialism and promote independence for African nations. Even earlier struggles against racial segregation are encapsulated by artifacts such as an Old Jim Crow Has Got to Go. Poster from 1941 that highlights ongoing battles for equality faced by black Americans before the rise of movements like Black Power.