Myron NEVER THOUGHT That Tariq Nasheed Would DO THIS!

This video delves into the creation and significance of Tariq Nasheed's Hidden History Museum, highlighting both its journey and the discussions it has sparked. The museum's story began with a successful crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo in July 2021, which aimed to acquire a property for the museum and ultimately raised over $1 million by August 2021. This achievement was notable as it represented a significant, grassroots-supported Black American initiative. However, the project faced criticism, particularly when the initial property in Leimert Park was not secured, and a smaller location was acquired instead. Critics, including Myron Gaines and Dr. Umar Johnson, questioned the museum's legitimacy and Nasheed's efforts, with some referring to it disparagingly as a "We was Kings Museum" and criticizing it as a "business scam." In response, Nasheed and his supporters emphasize that the Hidden History Museum, and similar Black-owned institutions like the Black Church and the All Black National Convention, are crucial for Black American self-sufficiency and cultural pride. They argue that these initiatives challenge existing narratives that portray Black gatherings negatively and demonstrate that Black communities can build and sustain their own platforms without external "gatekeepers" or reliance on mainstream, often white-controlled, institutions. The video champions the idea of Black communities controlling their own narratives and resources, fostering genuine culture and spirit, and countering the psychological control of dominant societal structures. #HiddenHistoryMuseum #TariqNasheed #BlackAmericanHistory #BlackExcellence #CommunityBuilding #BlackOwned #CulturalHeritage #SelfSufficiency #BlackEmpowerment #GrassrootsMovement #AfricanAmericanCulture