You never know what treasures you might find tucked away in attics, closets, or other places. Faith Broadwater Seltzer discovered this firsthand when she stumbled upon a relative’s unclaimed insurance policy during a family history research course I teach at Cecil College. Faith and her classmates were in the computer lab exploring the rapidly growing…
Keynote Speaker Discusses Richness of African American History at NAACP Banquet
I had the privilege of delivering the keynote address at the annual Cecil County Branch of the NAACP Freedom Fund Banquet on November 4, 2023. My speech focused on the richness of African American History and the invaluable contributions of earlier generations. Over the years, I have had the opportunity to learn about the past…
Underground Railroad Walking Tour
CROSSROADS TO FREEDOM WALKING TOURCECILTON – SEPT, 24, 2023 @ 1 p.m.WALKING TOUR FOR INTERNATIONAL UNDERGROUND RAILROADMONTHABOUT ONE HOURFREE For International Underground Railroad Month, enjoy this walk through Cecilton as we explore the story of the Underground Railroad in the land between the Bohemia and Sassafras rivers. During the casual Sunday stroll in a fine…
Prohibition in New Jersey – A Talk at the Avalon History Center
I am pleased to be at the Avalon Library on Saturday, September 16, 2023, at 3:00 p.m. to explore the fascinating subject of temperance and prohibition in New Jersey. This talk, part of the Avalon History Center’s speakers series, will shed light on the region’s unique perspective on the centuries-long effort to control and regulate…