Tag Archive: history

Remembering the Contraband and their Descendants

January 17, 2024 4:25 pm Published by

The Contraband Decision was the first successful action by the US Government which signaled the beginning of the end of slavery. The historic Chapel of the Centurion at Fort Monroe, the Contraband Historical Society will bring together local “Contraband” descendants...

Juneteenth: The Fight for Freedom and the Power of Words

June 9, 2022 1:40 pm Published by

Join playwright Marie St. Clair for this Fragments of Freedom Cultural Arts & Theatre Productions event: showcasing spoken word, video and live music to honor the arc of freedom fought for by African Americans throughout history. A host of speakers...

Sankofa’s International Day of Remembrance Ceremony

February 20, 2019 2:43 pm Published by

This day honors the millions of African men, women and children who perished during the Middle Passage. Join The Sankofa Projects as they educate and celebrate the rich and diverse history of the African diaspora and bring awareness to this...