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We are still buzzing from the magic of connecting Motown history, modern storytelling, and our youngest readers! This past National Literacy Month, the Black Entertainment Museum Foundation (BEMu) had the absolute pleasure of hosting "Stories in Color." The energy in the room was electric as families, authors, and community partners gathered for a vibrant celebration centering Black voices in children’s literature. It was more than just a storytime; it was a powerful reminder

Natalie Speech (Founder of BEMu) presenting at the 2025 Compton Film Festival The Black Entertainment Museum Foundation (BEMu) is proud to celebrate the brilliance, resilience, and creativity of Black women who continue to shape the landscape of cinema and storytelling. At this year’s Compton Film Festival, two powerful conversations took center stage, honoring the women breaking barriers both behind the camera and in front of it. Held at Compton Community College (1111 East

Natalie Speech presenting at Legacy in Motion: Museum Practices as Acts of Black Liberation The Black Entertainment Museum Foundation (BEMu) proudly presents Legacy in Motion: Museum Practices as Acts of Black Liberation , a groundbreaking event dedicated to exploring how museums can serve as powerful spaces for truth-telling, cultural preservation, and liberation. At BEMu, we believe that preserving Black culture is not only essential—it is imperative. By chronicling the sto