Clayborn Benson Preserves Black History, Lights a Fire in Young People To Learn From the Past

Subject

History; Archiving; Museum

Description

After his retirement, Benson found a new way to continue telling important stories: founding and leading the Wisconsin Black Historical Society and Museum. The society, founded in 1987, focuses on preserving the history of African Americans in Wisconsin through community-centered programming and personal narratives.

Creator

Rachel Ryan

Source

https://www.jsonline.com/story/news/2021/08/12/clayborn-benson-seeks-preserve-black-history-educate-community/5513162001/?fbclid=IwAR28hSRB4wHbe5C3s951-XaUPnLPa7ry7q5eWdGZPz3cB_60eWsrEjPPtzM

Publisher

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

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