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BOOK LAUNCH: Florida’s Historic African American Homes

May 15, 2021 @ 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm

JWG Book Launch

Jada Greene Wright Book Launch

 

Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 15 at 4:30 pm ET! We are celebrating the launch of Florida’s Historic African American Homes! Jada Wright-Greene is ecstatic to have Dr. Ashley Preston, Dr. Tara White, and Vedet R. Coleman to share their knowledge and expertise about African American historic homes, museums and Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune. She is even more thrilled to introduce Miss Diem Wright-Greene as a featured interviewer for a Q & A. Be sure to join us right here on Facebook Live! You don’t want to miss this.  Join Us Here: FACEBOOK LIVE
Purchase your book here: https://www.arcadiapublishing.com/Products/9781467106559
The state of Florida has a rich history of African Americans who have contributed to the advancement and growth of today. From slaves to millionaires, African Americans from all walks of life resided in cabins, homes, and stately mansions. The lives of millionaires, educators, businessmen, community leaders, and innovators in Florida’s history are explored in each residence. Mary McLeod Bethune, A.L. Lewis, and D.A. Dorsey are a few of the prominent African Americans who not only resided in the state of Florida but also created opportunities for other blacks to further their lives in education and ownership of property and to have a better quality of life. One of the most humanistic traits found in history is the home of someone who has added something of value to society. Today, some of these residences serve as house museums, community art galleries, cultural institutions, and monuments that interpret and share the legacy of their owners.
Jada Wright-Greene is the Founder & President of Heritage Salon, a nonprofit dedicated to promoting African American museums, historical sites, and homes. She has worked in the museum field as a museum activist, independent museum professional, writer, and lecturer for over 10 years. Jada Wright-Greene has selected images from archives, libraries, and universities throughout Florida and the nation that tell the story and give a glimpse into the intimate lives of African American Floridians who changed history.

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Date:
May 15, 2021
Time:
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Website:
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