Discover local Black historical figures and their stories of courage, perseverance, and creativity. They shaped the history of Westerville, and their lives illuminate what it has been like to be Black in America over the past 200 years.
Timeline
This is a timeline of Black history in the United States, 1619-2021.
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Jackie B.
Jackie has made a career of working with communities to tell their stories and preserve their history.
Jim S.
Jim loves digging into the archives of historic maps and news in the Westerville History Museum.
Katy K.
Katy loves bringing history to life, getting hands-on with artifacts, and helping people discover meaning and relevance in the past.
Kaitlin S.
Kaitlin is passionate about helping the Westerville Public Library remain strong for future generations.
