CHS Branch ASALH Members & Community are Invited to Join Us at the Avery Family Reunion at Burke High School on Aug. 25, 2024
The Charleston Area Branch ASALH is excited about the upcoming Avery Family Reunion. We look forward to seeing you all soon! "The Avery Research Center's annual Avery Family Reunion returns … Continue reading CHS Branch ASALH Members & Community are Invited to Join Us at the Avery Family Reunion at Burke High School on Aug. 25, 2024
Please RSVP: Charleston Area Branch ASALH Retreat Sat. Aug. 3, 2024 @ 9:30 am – 1:30 pm / Charleston Main Library Auditorium
We look forward to seeing you at the upcoming Charleston ASALH Retreat! Please RSVP to help us anticipate how many members are planning to attend this year's retreat: August 3, … Continue reading Please RSVP: Charleston Area Branch ASALH Retreat Sat. Aug. 3, 2024 @ 9:30 am – 1:30 pm / Charleston Main Library Auditorium
THE ANNUAL CHARLESTON AREA BRANCH ASALH RETREAT – 2024
The Annual Charleston Branch ASALH 2024 Retreat is being held Aug. 3, 2024 at the Main Library in Charleston, SC.
Charleston’s 27th Annual Ancestor Remembrance in Review – June 8, 2024
The Charleston Middle Passage Ancestor Remembrance ceremony wouldn't be possible without the dedication of so many. Our deepest gratitude goes to all who participated, from the CHS ASALH Remembrance Committee … Continue reading Charleston’s 27th Annual Ancestor Remembrance in Review – June 8, 2024
Juneteenth: A Day of Recognition, Reflection, and Red Velvet Cake
June 19th holds a special place in the hearts of African Americans. It's not just a date on the calendar; it's Juneteenth, a day synonymous with freedom and the solidity … Continue reading Juneteenth: A Day of Recognition, Reflection, and Red Velvet Cake
27th Annual Charleston Middle Passage Remembrance Commemoration, June 8, 2024, Fort Moultrie, Sullivans Island, SC
On June 8th, Charleston remembers. The 27th Annual Middle Passage Ancestor Remembrance Ceremony honors the millions lost during the Transatlantic Slave Trade. Descendants gather for a day of reflection, education, and healing.
Decoration Day & Charleston’s Gullah Community: Honoring the Fallen First – Memorial Day
The Gullah people of Charleston, South Carolina, hold a special place in Memorial Day history. Recently discovered evidence suggests they held the first Decoration Day ceremony on May 1, 1865, honoring Union soldiers buried in a mass grave. This event, including a parade, speeches, and a picnic, marked a powerful celebration of freedom and a reclamation of space by formerly enslaved people.
Charleston Area Branch ASALH General Membership Meeting
This meeting is open to the community. Persons interested in learning about or joining ASALH are encouraged to attend. We look forward to seeing you! Saturday, June 1, 2024 Hurd/St … Continue reading Charleston Area Branch ASALH General Membership Meeting
CHS ASALH Joins Avery Research for the Black and Brown Interpreters Meetup – Caw Caw Interpretive Center, Ravenel, SC – Sat. May, 25, 2024
ASALH joins Avery Research at Caw Caw Interpretive Center in Ravenel, South Carolina to delve into the harsh experiences of African men, women, and children enslaved on Lowcountry rice plantations. … Continue reading CHS ASALH Joins Avery Research for the Black and Brown Interpreters Meetup – Caw Caw Interpretive Center, Ravenel, SC – Sat. May, 25, 2024