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The Gist of Freedom Preserving American History through Black Literature . . .

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Join The Gist of Freedom for a live online discussion in celebration of the African American experience—honoring all the people, past and present, black and white—who have determined to preserve history in literature, craftsmanship and artifact.

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Women's History Month Celebration ~ Tribute to Michelle Obama~ Letters written by African American Women, "Go, Tell Michelle" http://www.whitehouse.gov/administration/first-lady-michelle-obama/ She... more

~~~~ Professor Kim Davis, Director, The Sojourner Truth Technical Training Center ~ A new center that applies 21st century technology to preserving Michigan's Underground Railroad history has opened at Adrian College. The... more

For the last two decades Jacob Morris has committed his life to helping lead the fight for preserving history through the dedications of New York City Street Signs.The street namings were pushed largely by the Harlem Historical Society.... more

Xina Eiland the publicist for Freedom SIsters will Join Yvette Jordaon on "The Gist of Freedom blog show ". "Freedom's Sisters" is a collaboration between the Smithsonian Institution and Cincinnati Museum Center that brings to life 20... more

Celebrate Black History with Zora Neal Hurston! Antonia Badon brings Zora to life in her play Zora Returns! For Tix(s) Call 212-222-1922 ZORA Neal Hurston Play @ Harlem Bar-BQ's Restaurant 212-222-1922 Sunday JUNE 27th 2pm

Join Author Philip L. Ostergard; The Inspired Wisdom of Abraham Lincoln: How Faith Shaped an American President -- and Changed the Course of a Nation.

Join actress, Karen Meadows Jones of the Internationally Acclaimed Harriet Tubman performance "Harriet's Returns"! Karen Jones Meadows wrote and stars in the one-woman show ``Harriet's Return,'' in which she portrays 30... more

Join the discussion, The Gist of Freedom is proud to present three very Spiritual and Successful AFrican American Businessmen! Mr. Wade Hudson, publisher of Children Bibles and Books, Anthony Green publisher of educational playing... more

Greetings! Welcome to Pink Inspiration! Stephanie Walkes is a social entrepreneur, life coach, motivational speaker and retreat presenter. See You At The Top!

Mr. Barksdale-Hall will be joining Yvette Jordan on ~ The Gist of Freedom~ Show this Sunday, January 31st, at 6pm EST, 9pm PST. Genealogist and Author, Mr. Barksdale-Hall serves as president for JAH Kente International, Inc. that... more
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