The "disrespect felt like a slap in the face" for a revolutionary community which was first in #freedom for so many black African enslaved residents during November, 1861.
#GullahGeechee #PennCenter #StHelenaIsland #Lowcountry #Heritage #Respect #Race #Culture #BeaufortSC
The #PennCenter is an amazing place to visit, jammed full of history so important it's hard to grasp the importance of the place. And the surrounding community is a blast! Go visit there! www.penncenter.com
If you'd like to know more about the connection between #MLK and the #PennCenter, read this great article 'I Will Not Be Silent and I Will Be Heard!' scdah.sc.gov/sites/scdah/...
With it being #MLKDay, we spent the rest of the first hour with our friend #DelorisPringle, former chair of the #PennCenter, and advocate. We talked about the storied history, MLK's connection, and the fight today! #Spotlight Interview! soundcloud.com/user-5879035...
On today's (1/2) final 'Brand New To You' show on AM950Radio: 3 PM hour is a visit with Dr. Robert Adams from the #PennCenter, one of the most important historical sites in the country! 4 PM, #AnitaGaul from the Flag Commission and COVID expert Dr. Joe Eastman! ENJOY!
