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Class 55: The Royal Workshops — Bronzes, Textiles, and Appliques (Part 2)

Class 55: The Royal Workshops — Bronzes, Textiles, and Appliques (Part 2)

by | Aug 9, 2026 | Class, John Aden

CLASS OVERVIEW

In this lesson we covered the Asen Altars and other aspects of Benin Bronze production.

BEFORE YOU GET STARTED:

  • Please check the materials that go with this lesson and print relevant materials.
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World Changer/Teacher: Dr. John Aden

 

Sources: 

Sources information and links cited for this class can be found within the Google Slides Presentation below.

THE QUIZ

Quizzes are not applicable in this class.

MATERIALS AND OTHER INFORMATION

Dr. John’s Class #55 Google Slide Presentation Deck: https://app.typeset.com/play/JD8NWZ

Class 72: Taking What Belongs to Us Back (Part 1)

Class 72: Taking What Belongs to Us Back (Part 1)

by | Aug 6, 2026 | Class, Gwen Ebron

CLASS OVERVIEW

The class watched 3 videos which emphasized Jerusalem,  and the Black people who lived there, the African American Flag and the real name of Africa – Alkebulan.

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  • Please check the materials that go with this lesson and print relevant materials.
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THE QUIZ

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Class 71: Black Knowledge is Gold Discussion

Class 71: Black Knowledge is Gold Discussion

by | Jul 30, 2026 | Class, Gwen Ebron

CLASS OVERVIEW

On this 4th of July,  let us remember our Black Founding Fathers and Mothers:

James Armistad – The spy who helped the Revolutionary War to be won.


Jocko Graves – The young man who froze to death while holding the lamp for George Washington and the troops as they crossed an icy cold river.


Ned Hector -Saved Artillery from being captured by the British.


Rev. Richard, Flora and Sarah Allen – Founder of the African Methodist Episcopal Church.


Rev. Absalom Jones – Founder of the African Episcopal Church.


Robert Bogel – Founder of the Catering Industry.


Cyrus Bustill – Baker who saved Washington’s army from starving.


James Forten – Fought in  the Revolutionary War and became a wealthy businessman.


Free African Society – Abolitionist members and Mutual Aid Organization.

May they always be remembered.

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THE QUIZ

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Class 54: The Royal Workshops — Bronzes, Textiles, and Appliques

Class 54: The Royal Workshops — Bronzes, Textiles, and Appliques

by | Jul 26, 2026 | Class, John Aden

CLASS OVERVIEW

In this lesson we explore how Bronzes were made in the Benin and adjacent kingdoms, even delving for the first time into a part of Nigeria’s history, teasing what will come in future lessons.

BEFORE YOU GET STARTED:

  • Please check the materials that go with this lesson and print relevant materials.
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World Changer/Teacher: Dr. John Aden

 

Sources: 

Sources information and links cited for this class can be found within the Google Slides Presentation below.

THE QUIZ

Quizzes are not applicable in this class.

MATERIALS AND OTHER INFORMATION

Dr. John’s Class #54 Google Slide Presentation Deck: https://app.typeset.com/play/8XNDG8

Class 70: Black Knowledge is Gold (Part 4)

Class 70: Black Knowledge is Gold (Part 4)

by | Jul 16, 2026 | Class, Gwen Ebron

CLASS OVERVIEW

Learn about Jeremiah Hamilton, the Wall Street millionaire; Susie King Taylor, an escaped slave who became a skilled nurse and surgeon; and others.

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Class 53: The Final One on Benin – Togo Architecture

Class 53: The Final One on Benin – Togo Architecture

by | Jul 12, 2026 | Class, John Aden

CLASS OVERVIEW

This lecture was the final one on the Architecture of Benin and Togo, where we explored the connections between pottery and building styles, as well as their connections to the spirit realms, the marketplace, and other aspects of lineage-based social systems in the rainforest regions of West Africa.

BEFORE YOU GET STARTED:

  • Please check the materials that go with this lesson and print relevant materials.
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  • Reach out to support@urbanintellectuals.com if you have any questions or issues.
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World Changer/Teacher: Dr. John Aden

 

Sources: 

Sources information and links cited for this class can be found within the Google Slides Presentation below.

THE QUIZ

Quizzes are not applicable in this class.

MATERIALS AND OTHER INFORMATION

Dr. John’s Class #53 Google Slide Presentation Deck: https://app.typeset.com/play/QE1KQO

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