Vision of W. Marvin Dulaney Branch of ASALH
To shed light on the rich histories of Black Texans; and, in so doing, honor the namesake of our branch and promote the study of Black experiences as Dr. Woodson had envisioned it.
Freedom Schools will offer participants an opportunity to learn about African American history as part of a national effort to counter state legislatures’ attempts to prevent the teaching of accurate African American history in public schools.
At a time when schools are limiting the teaching of African American history and libraries are pulling books off shelves, the African American Museum is launching a Freedom Schools series on Saturdays running from July 27 to Sept., 21 and October 26 to December 28, 2024.
The curriculum will focus on the following topics: African history; African American historiography; the African American experience in slavery, colonial and antebellum America; the experience of African Americans in the Civil War and Reconstruction; Harlem Renaissance; Civil Rights Movement; African Americans and the arts; Black politics; local history; and the Nadir of American Race Relations.
The WM Dulaney ASALH branch, is hosting an upcoming Juneteenth celebration, which will be broadcast nationally by the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH).
This event will feature a symposium on the history and the celebration of Juneteenth. Additionally, we will have the talented violinist Clover, who will perform music highlighting the cultural traditions of Juneteenth.
Before the main activities commence at 11:30 AM, Mrs. Opal will be hosting a special walk at the fairgrounds. Please register at https://opalswalkdallastx.raceroster.com/.
Below you will find a detailed flyer outlining the schedule of activities and other relevant information.
Every Saturday in May at the Anderson Bonner Park, 12000 Park Central Dr., Dallas, TX 75230.
Hi there Great People.
We are excited to announce Season 3 of Read with Dr. Wade and Friends Book Club!
Our highlighted book is “Groundings With My Brothers” by Walter Rodney. Join us on each Saturday in May, starting May 4th for a Unique Learning Experience. One of our gracious Sponsors from California has provided a limited number of books for our Members, so secure your spot early to claim one of those copies.
*** OUR FAVORITE PART: This Season We will be meeting at the historic Anderson Bonner Park. Anderson Bonner was a former slave who later owned 2,000 acres of land in North Dallas. A recent article by WFAA says, “Bonner couldn’t read or write, but he knew how to live off the land. Piece by piece he bought property along White Rock Creek and across present -day North Dallas, near where 75 meets the LBJ Freeway.”
-What a neat location to explore our book, don’t you think? Yesss! We are so excited!
12000 Park Central Dr., Dallas, TX 75230.
Visit our website at www.readwithdrwade.com under the Events tab to secure your ticket today. There is also an event brite link in Our Instagram Bio with ticket options and information. We encourage you to invite your family, your team, supporters, and tribe to enjoy this curated learning experience. Go ahead and share this flyer.
Also, as always, we have some amazing speakers lined up to teach us and add to our facilitated discussions. We love to uplift people in the community who are doing amazing things. I can’t wait to share them with you.
We ask that you bring your own seating and keep in mind that this event is outside at a Park. We will have a tent and snacks to make your experience as comfortable as possible. Please feel free to reach out to me if you have any questions.
***Our partners at Hidden History DFW have an upcoming tour, right in line with our book club, on May 18th from 9 to 12am. Take a look at their website for more information and tickets. Join us as an additional opportunity to explore hidden history with us.
A huge special thank you to OUR supporters near and far who engage in what we are building in Dallas, Texas. Super big thank you to my amazing team!
We appreciate all you do and we look forward to seeing your faces very soon.
D/FW ASALH 