The Annual Charleston Branch ASALH 2024 Retreat is being held Aug. 3, 2024 at the Main Library in Charleston, SC.
THE ANNUAL CHARLESTON AREA BRANCH ASALH RETREAT – 2024
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
Join CHS ASALH, CLS, and Buxton Books on May 8, 2024, ~ In Conversation with Dr. Fields-Black on “COMBEE” and Harriet Tubman’s Daring Raid
The Charleston Library Society, Buxton Books, in partnership with CHS ASALH are hosting an event with historian Dr. Edda Fields-Black and conservationist David Ray. Dr. Fields-Black will discuss her book on Harriet Tubman's Combahee River Raid, connecting it to Gullah Geechee culture. David Ray will share insights on land and water conservation in South Carolina.
Charleston Area ASALH Supports Burke High School Band: Fostering Musical Talent and Opportunities
In alignment with the Association for the Study of African American Life and History's (ASALH) 2024 Black History Month theme, "African Americans in the Arts," the Charleston Area ASALH is … Continue reading Charleston Area ASALH Supports Burke High School Band: Fostering Musical Talent and Opportunities
Charleston ASALH joins Avery Research Center: Book Signing and Discussion for Another Sojourner Looking for Truth: Featuring Dr. Millicent E. Brown, April 27th
Millicent E. Brown's roots in Charleston, South Carolina, entail a journey of civil rights activism from her childhood. Her role as the plaintiff in a groundbreaking 1963 court case, which … Continue reading Charleston ASALH joins Avery Research Center: Book Signing and Discussion for Another Sojourner Looking for Truth: Featuring Dr. Millicent E. Brown, April 27th