Why I Chose to Create A Script About Harriet TubmanActress Glynis Brooks describes what inspired her to write a one-woman performance script on the life of Harriet Tubman.
Harriet Tubman: An American Hero–Performance by Glynis BrooksHarriet Tubman is a hero and symbol of freedom, bravery, and strength. While researching this icon for a one person play, Glynis Brooks saw how pertinent Tubman’s life and lessons remain today.
Historical Re-enactment: Harriet Tubman Answers Student QuestionsGlynis Brooks, in the persona of Harriet Tubman, shares her background, speaking of her slave years, where she lived live as a slave, how the Underground Railroad operated and more.
Harriet Tubman – An American HeroHarriet Tubman is a hero and symbol of freedom, bravery, and strength. While researching this icon for a one person play, performance artist Glynis Brooks saw how pertinent Tubman’s life and lessons.
Meet Frederick Bailey, a Buffalo Soldier, Portrayed by Historical Re-enactor Edwin BaileyHear the story of one buffalo soldier, as told by an historic re-enactor.
Being Inspired by the Story of Harriet TubmanActress and author Glynis Brooks explains how Harriet Tubman inspired her to write a play about Tubman’s life and how the courageous woman continues to inspire her today.
Meet Thaddeus Adolphus Watson, a 100 year-old WWII VeteranWWII veteran, Adolphus Thaddeus Watson, who served in the U.S. Army’s all black 351st artillery unit during the Battle of the Bulge, tells his life story.
Jackie Robinson Breaks the Major League Baseball Color BarrierDr. Raymond Doswell, curator of the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, shares his thoughts on the history and impact of Jackie Robinson's entry into Major League Baseball.
Why I Chose to Write a Play About Harriet TubmanActress Glynis Brooks describes what inspired her to write a one-woman performance script on the life of Harriet Tubman.
Creating a One Woman Show About Harriet TubmanHarriet Tubman is a hero and symbol of freedom, bravery, and strength. While researching this icon for a one person play, performance artist Glynis Brooks saw how pertinent Tubman’s life and lessons.
Experiencing Segregation–Performing on the Chitlin’ CircuitMusician Bobby Rush shares what it was like to perform on the Chitlin' Circuit.
Experiencing Segregation–At the Lunch CounterSister Mary Antona Ebo shares what it was like to not be able to eat at a local restaurant due to the color of her skin.
Experiencing Segregation–Growing Up in my HometownSister Mary Antona Ebo describes not feeling welcome in her home town of Bloomington, IL because of the color of her skin.
Experiencing Segregation–In the MilitaryWilliam McAllister describes serving in the segregated Armed Forces.
History in the First Person: The Story of the Little Rock NineLearn the story of the first 9 African American students to attend the all-white Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas.
Talking with Authors: Gabriel Bump, Everywhere You Don’t BelongIn this moving debut novel, a young boy struggles to find his place in the world while growing up on Chicago’s South Side.
Recipes for Respect: African American Meals and MeaningsIn her book about African American foodways, author Rafia Zafar chronicles the influence of black cooks on the way we eat.
Glynis Brooks – Harriet Tubman – An American HeroHarriet Tubman is a hero and symbol of freedom, bravery, and strength. While researching this icon for a one person play, performance artist Glynis Brooks saw how pertinent Tubman’s life and lessons.
Hero – Thaddeus Adolphus Watson, a 100 year-old WWII VeteranWWII veteran, Adolphus Thaddeus Watson, who served in the U.S. Army’s all black 351st artillery unit during the Battle of the Bulge, tells his life story.
In Her Own Words – Civil Rights Activist Frankie FreemanFrankie Muse Freeman wore many hats in her remarkable one hundred and one years including wife, mother, lawyer and civil rights activist. Hear her story in her own words.
The Story of Annie MaloneLinda Nance, founder of the Annie Malone Historical Society, shares the story of America's first female Black millionaire.
The Importance of the Voting Rights Act to MeReverend Earl Nance Jr. shares why the Voting Rights Act was such an important piece of legislation.
The Freedom Suit of Thornton KinneyFreedom suit expert Dr. Kelly Kennington tells the story of Thornton Kinney, a free black man forced into slavery who sued for his freedom.
