Black Lives, Black Stories, Our History: The African Diaspora and New England

Join us for an electrifying public conversation at Boston Common, where Tufts University historians Kerri Greenidge and Kendra T. Field will delve into the untold histories of the African Diaspora in New England. Moderated by Kyera Singleton, the dynamic director of the Royall House and Slave Quarters, this event titled “Black Lives, Black Stories, Our History: The African Diaspora and New England” promises to illuminate the rich and often overlooked narratives that have shaped the region.

Greenidge and Fields, both renowned for their pathbreaking work on abolitionism, the early civil rights movement, family history, popular memory, and the profound impact of slavery in New England, will introduce innovative public scholarship that challenges and expands our understanding of the past. This engaging panel will spark dialogue and offer fresh perspectives on the enduring legacy of Black history in New England. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with groundbreaking historians who are redefining our understanding of the region’s history.