Charleston Area Branch of the Association for the Study of African American Life and History
Founders of Black History Month
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
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.
Ruth Rambo, formerly known as Ruth McClain, blazed a trail in activism after graduating from Fisk University in the 1960s. She rose to become one of the earliest female directors at the Urban League and confronted gender discrimination in a landmark lawsuit. Her influence reached national levels, leading the New Jersey delegation to the 1977 National Women’s Conference.