FINDING FREEDOM IN COLUMBUS: TUES., FEB. 13 at 6:30pm (Blessings Opera House)
Dr. Mary Oellerman will give a first person presentation from the eyes of Sophia Kelton, an Underground Railroad conductor. Her story also includes the harrowing journey of freedom seeker, Martha Hartway.
LOCAL HEROES IN BLACK HISTORY: TUES., FEB. 20 at 6:30pm (Shelby County Public Library)
Grandson of Civil War Soldier Andrew Smith will talk briefly about his grandfather’s story that was told in “Carrying the Colors” Followed by a presentation of our local historical figures that helped shape Shelby County.
CELEBRATING OUR STORIES: TUES., FEB. 27 at 7pm (Strand Theatre)
Gabrielle Solange is an influencer, TEDx speaker, and the Top 100 Billboard charting singer, songwriter, and music behind the music of 7HO3NIX. She will be performing and telling her story along with the Second Baptist Choir.