Multicultural Genealogical Center
Multicultural Genealogical Center Speaker and Light Lunch
Multicultural Genealogical Center 7540 Marion St., Chesterhill, OH, United StatesDeb Root Shell will give a presentation about “The Lewis Brothers of Barlow Township, Washington County, and the 27th United States Colored Troops”. Deb Root Shell holds a Master of Arts in History and a Master of Library Science. She has researched her family history for over 45 years, particularly in Washington and Athens... Read More
Multicultural Genealogical Center Speaker and Light Lunch
Multicultural Genealogical Center 7540 Marion St., Chesterhill, OH, United StatesThe Multicultural Genealogical Center in Chesterhill, Ohio will host Dr. Harold C. Thompson lll, D.O. who will share his forty-seven year journey as a physician in both Nelsonville and Athens, Ohio. Dr. Thompson came to Athens in 1977 to work as a physician The in the emergency department of Mount St. Mary's hospital in Nelsonville. ... Read More
Multicultural Genealogical Center Speaker and Light Lunch
Multicultural Genealogical Center 7540 Marion St., Chesterhill, OH, United StatesThe Multicultural Genealogical Center will host photojournalist, Loriene Perera, whose presentation, Chesterhill: On the Precipice of Change, will explore the village of Chesterhill in an intimate exhibition featuring photos and drone footage. Discover the village’s deep connections to the Underground Railroad, Quaker heritage, and Amish traditions. Witness poignant moments and vibrant faces that capture Chesterhill’s... Read More
Multicultural Genealogical Center Speaker and Light Lunch
Multicultural Genealogical Center 7540 Marion St., Chesterhill, OH, United StatesEmma Lucas will present her project, "Lancer Pride: Honoring Local History". This project included recording local oral history, hosting a local history day event. and sharing lessons with grades pre-K -12 that promote local history with tools to talk about race & promote anti-bias. Emma received a grant through the African American Community Fund of... Read More
Multicultural Genealogical Center Speaker and Light Lunch
Multicultural Genealogical Center 7540 Marion St., Chesterhill, OH, United StatesMike Brandt and Clyde Mayle will talk about "Early Cutler, OH History". Cutler is a small community in western Washington County with a history of involvement with the Underground Railroad. Mike Brandt grew up in the Cutler area. The oldest of 9 children, he graduated from Warren High School in 1966. He went on to... Read More
Multicultural Genealogical Center Speaker & Light Lunch
Multicultural Genealogical Center 7540 Marion St., Chesterhill, OH, United StatesMagistrate Shoshanna Brooker of the Marietta Municipal Court will speak at the Multicultural Genealogical Center. She will discuss the road traveled from growing up in Washington County and ultimately practicing law and serving as Magistrate. Magistrate Brooker is a graduate of Warren High School, Ohio University and Capital University Law School. She believes in a... Read More
Multicultural Genealogical Center Speaker and Light Lunch
Multicultural Genealogical Center 7540 Marion St., Chesterhill, OH, United StatesAlphonso Gaskins will speak about his experiences as a United Nations legal education expert assisting the government of the Republic of Somaliland with reestablishing and strengthening their justice system. The Republic of Somaliland is the northwest section of the Republic of Somalia. Alphonso Gaskins is a retired educator and legal professional. He has worked as... Read More
Multicultural Genealogical Center speaker & light lunch
Multicultural Genealogical Center 7540 Marion St., Chesterhill, OH, United StatesTalcon Quinn is a folk artist whose family has called Southeast Ohio home for countless generations. She focuses on cultivating a new view of Appalachia by teaching and celebrating the collective heritage of the Southeast Ohio landscape. Roots of Athens County is a community art project that weaves the oral histories of three... Read More
Multicultural Genealogical Center Speaker & Light Lunch
Multicultural Genealogical Center 7540 Marion St., Chesterhill, OH, United StatesAmanda Flowers will share her research into “Unwrapping the colonized mindset in America’s healthcare system: The medical exploitation and experimentation of African Americans”. Dr. Flowers grew up in Cutler, Ohio and graduated from Warren High School. She majored in psychology, minored in sociology, and graduated cum laude as a McNair Scholar at Kent State University.... Read More
Multicultural Genealogical Center speaker & light lunch
Multicultural Genealogical Center 7540 Marion St., Chesterhill, OH, United StatesHenry Woods will share his "Life as an Athens Resident" from the time of his birth to Emma Warner on May 2, 1952. Henry was a founding member and chairperson of the Athens Community Relations Commission. He also helped to found the committee that worked to erect the historical marker to commemorate the Berry Hotel... Read More