Conversations with Clio: Articles for History Buffs

20/09/2024

The year 2024 marks several significant anniversaries for the Civil Rights Movement in the United States, including the 70th anniversary of the Supreme Court’s landmark ruling in Brown v. Board of Education/Briggs v. Elliott and the 60th anniversary of the Freedom Summer and the passage of the C...

19/09/2024

🌍 Introducing the Internationally Known Gullah Geechee Ring Shouters! 🌍

We are thrilled to announce that the Gullah Geechee Ring Shouters, representing from Georgia, renowned worldwide for their captivating and educational performances, will be joining us at the Gullah Geechee Celebration! 🎉✨ From their roots in the African tradition to their unique history on former enslaved plantations in America, the Ring Shouters bring their heritage to life in a way that will leave you moved and inspired.

Get ready to experience the Gullah Geechee language, dialect, cultural storytelling, and the sacred Ring Shout—a powerful cultural practice that connects generations. 🌿 They'll also share insights on traditional herbal medicine, root work, and rituals that have been passed down through centuries.

With performances featured on platforms like Netflix’s "High on the Hog", BBC World News, CNN International and the New York Times, as well as at the International African American Museum and the Nation’s Capital, this group is one of the most sought-after cultural performers in the world.

Prepare to laugh, learn, and feel deeply connected to this incredible culture. Don't miss your chance to witness the Gullah Geechee Ring Shouters live on October 12th!

🔗 Register Now:

17/09/2024

17/09/2024

Join us for the 2nd annual Story Fest: Native Narratives. Experience the captivating voices of storytellers Cora Miller, Beckee Garris, and Lillian Grant-Baptiste as they bring to life the traditions of Native American and Gullah cultures to life. On Saturday, October 19, 2024, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM. This event offers a wonderful opportunity for families to come together and connect with the diverse stories that shape our shared history. Plus, enjoy a hands-on art project inspired by the animals featured in these tales.
Suggested $5 donation.
Register here: https://www.morrisheritagecenter.org/event-5848168/Registration |

17/09/2024

The stage is set. As we approach the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution in 2026, I encourage you to engage in commemorating the history of this nation. It is the quest of the Slave Dwelling Project to ensure that the voices of the enslaved Ancestors of that period are included in the narratives. We will not rely on others to tell our stories. It starts in Philadelphia. Click on this link to check out the lineup for the upcoming conference.

https://slavedwellingproject.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/ConferenceProgramSept10.pdf

17/09/2024

Maria Tallchief, the first Native American to become a prima ballerina, was one of the most acclaimed ballerinas of the 20th century. Tallchief grew up on the Osage Reservation in Oklahoma and, as noted in a NY Times tribute to her, "at a time when many American dancers adopted Russian stage names, Ms. Tallchief, proud of her Indian heritage, refused to do so, even though friends told her that it would be easy to transform Tallchief into Tallchieva."

Tallchief kept her name and made her mark throughout the dance world, dancing with the Ballet Russe de Monte Carlo from 1942 to 1947 and the New York City Ballet from its founding in 1947 through 1965. She is pictured here in the title role of George Balanchine's ballet "Firebird." This dance legend passed away in 2013 at the age of 88.

To introduce this pioneering dancer to children, we highly recommend the picture book "Tallchief: American's Prima Ballerina" for ages 5 to 9 (https://www.amightygirl.com/tallchief-america-s-prima-ballerina), the chapter book "She Persisted: Maria Tallchief" for ages 6 to 9 (https://www.amightygirl.com/she-persisted-tallchief), and the illustrated biography "Who Is Maria Tallchief" for ages 8 to 12 (https://www.amightygirl.com/who-is-maria-tallchief)

She is also among the women featured in "This Little Trailblazer" for ages 1 to 4 (https://www.amightygirl.com/this-little-trailblazer) and "She Persisted: 13 American Women Who Changed the World," for ages 5 to 9 (https://www.amightygirl.com/she-persisted)

For a lovely picture book about a Native American girl who loves to dance at powwows, we recommend "Jingle Dancer" for ages 4 to 8 at https://www.amightygirl.com/jingle-dancer

To discover our favorite fictional picture books about Mighty Girl dancers, visit our blog post, "Dancing Her Heart Out: 20 Picture Books About Mighty Girls Who Love to Dance," at https://www.amightygirl.com/blog?p=12378

For more books about Native American and Indigenous girls and women, visit our blog post, "50 Children's Books Celebrating Native American and Indigenous Mighty Girls" at https://www.amightygirl.com/blog?p=10365

17/09/2024

The University of South Carolina Center for Civil Rights History & Research is a proud sponsor of Historic Columbia’s 46th annual Jubilee: Festival of Black History & Culture! Join us next Saturday, September 21 at the Mann-Simons Site (1403 Richland Street) from 11:00 am – 6:00 pm for live performances, artist demonstrations, food and marketplace vendors, and more! Learn more at JubileeSC.org

17/09/2024

07/09/2024

September is . Throughout this month we remember freedom seekers who escaped from slavery and started new lives. They made a difference in the nation as civil rights leaders and USCT soldiers. One such person is Robert Sutton. Sutton was born enslaved in Florida and escaped from slavery by making a canoe and paddling to Port Royal, SC. In Port Royal, he joined the 1st South Carolina Volunteers (33rd USCT). Learn more about his story here
https://ow.ly/IemW50Tgkvg Learn more about International Underground Railroad Month from National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom

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07/09/2024

Join us for our September Lunch and Learn, presented by James Scurry, NASC Research Affiliate, and Christopher Judge, USC Lancaster Instructor of Anthropology and Archaeology!

Attend the talk in person or via Zoom by registering at https://bit.ly/3LYV0t0

07/09/2024

Established in 1994 and held annually on the fourth Saturday in September, National Public Lands Day is traditionally the nation's largest single-day volunteer effort. It celebrates the connection between people and their public lands, inspires environmental stewardship, and encourages the use of open space for education, recreation, and health benefits. There are many ways to participate in National Public Lands Day, including joining us here at First ladies!

Visit the site on September 28th for free tour of the Saxton Home and a Public History Fair! For more information, please visit our website at: https://ow.ly/xbBa50T8UXi

Image: Official logo of National Public Lands Day in association with the National Environmental Education Foundation (NPS Photo).

07/09/2024

ISC is excited to welcome you to the storytelling capital of the world on October 4, 2024, to celebrate the power of storytelling.

07/09/2024

On Tuesday, September 17 at 6:30pm local genealogist and Lexington County Museum Historical Interpreter Paul Stoetzel will present his research into people enslaved in Lexington County prior to 1865. If you have ever wondered about your ancestry or struggled with uncovering details of your past, this discussion may help set you on the path to telling your family's stories using records not easily found by the casual genealogist. So far, our research has identified 1,415 individually named people whose past has been, until now, hidden from view. The presentation will be at the Main Branch of the Lexington County Public Library.

07/09/2024

September 28th is our annual Pow Wow gathering. For anyone that is new to coming to a Pow Wow, here are some rules of etiquette to help you enjoy the Pow Wow
* Everyone is welcome at Pow Wows!
• Pow Wows are one of the best ways to experience Native American culture firsthand.
• If at any time you are uncertain of procedure or etiquette, please check with the MC, Arena Director, or head dancers. They will be glad to help you with your questions.
• Take a chair. Most powwows will not have seating for the public or enough seating for everyone. Also remember that the fold out chairs under the tents for Elders, dignitaries and dancers only.
• No alcohol or drugs are allowed at powwows.
• Powwows are usually non-profit. It depends upon donations and raffles for support. Donations are encouraged and can be donated at the tribal craft booth. Another great way to show support is to buy raffle tickets.
• Always stand respectfully during special songs.
These include the Grand Entry, Flag Songs, Veteran's Songs or any other song that the emcee designates.
During these songs, men should remove their hats.
• Pointing with the fingers is considered poor manners by some tribes.
If you must point, use your head and nod in the direction you wish to indicate.
• Ask permission before taking photos of dancers in regalia.
If the photo is for publication or commercial use, this should be explained before the photo is taken. NEVER take photos of the sacred fire!
• The correct term for a dancer's outfit is regalia, not a costume.
Never touch a dancer's regalia.
Many of the ornaments have religious meanings and are cherished family heirlooms.
• Every powwow centers on the Circle. The Circle is sacred and plays a major role in Native American tradition. It symbolizes a neverending world where time is fluid and everyone is treated equally.
• The Circle should never be broken. When you’re at a powwow, do not walk through a drum group’s setting, across the dance grounds, or anywhere else. Always walk around the Circle of the powwow. Your respect will be appreciated.

• Don’t leave without trying a Native taco (also known as an Indian taco). It consists of fry bread, and taco ingredients are added on top (usually chili and your choice of lettuce, tomatoes, onion, and sour cream) also don't forget to try a dessert taco with powdered sugar, honey, or both.

07/09/2024

05/09/2024

Next month is our Powwow, and we’re thrilled to announce that preparations are in full swing! Last year, we had an incredible turnout of over 1,200 attendees, and we’re determined to make this year’s event even more successful.

We need to finalize everything by mid-month, and we are still accepting applications for vendors and sponsors. If you’re interested in participating, please contact us at [email protected] to secure your spot.

We look forward to another fantastic event and hope to see you there!

"One community, one family"

02/09/2024

"The document came under immediate and withering attack from mainstream historians, including the American Historical Association, an association of around 11,000 professional historians. A statement co-signed by 47 other history and academic organizations said the report elevated “ignorance about the past to a civic virtue.” It called the discussion of the nation’s founders, for one, “a simplistic interpretation that relies on falsehoods, inaccuracies, omissions, and misleading statements.”

Trump attempted to use federal power to define how America’s history is taught -- and promises to try again

02/09/2024

Free

Teaching Guide. By Bill Bigelow and Norm Diamond. 1988. 184 pages. Role plays and writing activities project high school students into real-life situations to explore the history and contemporary reality of employment (and unemployment) in the U.S.

02/09/2024

Happy Labor Day from the Dorothy Parker page!

02/09/2024

02/09/2024

This Labor Day, we honor the vital contributions of Native workers who have always been at the heart of their Nations, supporting families, traditions, and cultures. Native workers’ strength, resilience, and dedication have been essential in shaping our world.

Today, we recognize the labor and sacrifices of Native workers, past and present, and reaffirm our commitment to supporting their rights.

Happy Labor Day! ✊🏽