Unsilenced Histories: The Unexpected Stories of Staten Island's African American Community
Sun, Nov 24
|Staten Island
Join us for an eye-opening presentation that uncovers the vibrant history of Staten Island's African American community long before the bridge was built. From the 17th century through the Civil Rights Movement, resilience, struggle, and triumph that challenge the narrative of newcomers
Time & Location
Nov 24, 2024, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Staten Island, 76 Franklin Ave, Staten Island, NY 10301, USA
About the event
Unsilenced Histories: The Unexpected Stories of Staten Island's African American Community
Get ready to be surprised! This presentation digs deep into Staten Island's hidden history, revealing an African American community teeming with life that thrived here long before the bridge. We'll travel back to the 17th century, exploring how African Americans helped to shape the Island from its earliest days. From the Underground Railroad and the Civil War to the Great Migration and the Civil Rights Movement, we'll uncover stories of struggle and resilience that challenge the idea of African Americans as newcomers. Filled with inspiring individuals and forgotten triumphs, this presentation paints a more complete and inclusive picture of Staten Island's past at
Christ Church Parish Hall (76 Franklin Avenue)
Visit www.tibetanmuseum.org for more information and to reserve a seat
Debbie-Ann Paige is a public historian specializing in local African American history, a co-president and founding member of the Richard B. Dickenson…
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