Virtual Discussion Highlights Lives of Free Women of Color During Revolutionary Era
In an effort to shed light on the often overlooked stories of free women of color during the Revolutionary Era, the State Archives, under the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, is organizing a compelling virtual program. This event is part of the broader Juneteenth and America 250 NC celebrations.
Scheduled for June 11 from noon to 1 p.m., this free program invites participants to explore the intricate narratives of these women as recorded in various legal documents and personal accounts. The event will feature a panel of esteemed cultural heritage scholars who will present their research findings from an extensive collection of historical records including freedom papers, census lists, marriage records, and estate accounts housed at the State Archives.
The panelists, who are leaders in their respective fields, bring a diverse range of expertise to the discussion. The lineup includes Arnetta Girardeau, a copyright law librarian and cultural anthropologist, Sheila Smith McKoy, an academic leader and author, Danielle Pritchett, a genealogy librarian at Charlotte Mecklenburg Public Library, and Tyrone Goodwyn, a genealogist and historian. Together, they will delve into the lives of these women who navigated complex cultural and racial landscapes in North Carolina and the early United States.
Those interested in joining the discussion can register in advance through this Zoom link. For additional details, contact Mitzi Townes at mitzi.townes@dncr.nc.gov or call 919-814-6863.
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