As an intern with the Wake Forest Historical Museum, I’ve been pouring through census data, finding traces of children as young as six, adult musicians, religious leaders, and school teachers who contributed to a project of Black learning prior to and in the aftermath of emancipation in Wake Forest.
Try the museum’s new book club and join staff for a casual conversation about local and regional history.
From June 14 through June 20, the museum is hosting the first annual Honor Flags celebration presented by the Hearts for Children Foundation. If you visit the museum grounds, you’ll notice a spectacular flag display. The Honor Flags celebration is a community event that acknowledges those who have positively influenced our lives. Each flag represents … Continue reading
