Born Isabella Baumfree in 1797, Sojourner Truth defied the limitations imposed by her time to emerge as a formidable force in the fight against slavery and for women’s rights in the United States. Her narrative is one of resilience, bravery, and an unyielding dedication to fairness, leaving an enduring imprint on American history. Early Life […]
Carolyn Evans, a professional Black history storyteller and actress, is bridging the gap between generations by continuing the tradition of storytelling. Growing up in New York, Evans discovered her love for storytelling as a young girl, when she would entertain her family with songs, stories, and dancing. As a young adult, she was granted opportunities […]
Google celebrates the first day of Black History Month with an illustration honoring abolitionist Sojourner Truth. Created by Loveis Wise, the doodle features the courthouse where Truth became the first African-American woman to win a lawsuit by fighting for her son’s freedom. Born approximately in 1797 as a slave in New York by the name […]