Judyth Piazza and The United States National Slavery Museum

By Judyth Piazza CEO (Editor)

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An Exclusive Look Into The United States National Slavery Museum
                               
National Geographic`s stunning new book, Freedom in My Heart, calls forth the unique voices, personal stories, and cultural contributions of slaves and their descendants, demonstrating how enslaved African Americans remained free at heart to develop a vibrant culture in the face of unspeakable inhumanity. Unlike any other book on the market today, this richly illustrated volume uses the remarkable artifacts, images, and documents of the United States National Slavery Museum to trace the entire history of slavery in North America.

Highlighting the societies of ancient Africa and continuing to the repercussions still faced by Americans today, the book ultimately celebrates the perseverance and ultimate triumph of a people. Following a foreword by Douglas Wilder, the grandson of former slaves and the first African-American elected governor of a U.S. state, ten compelling chapters offer unheard testimony of those who witnessed slavery and those whose ancestors endured it.

Their voices blend with the contributions of such luminaries as South African leader Nelson Mandela, Liberian President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, noted journalist Juan Williams, entertainers Bill Cosby and Ben Vereen, and many more. As the museum nears its opening, numerous press events and online features gives unprecedented exposure at a time of great anticipation and interest.

About The Author:  Dr. Cynthia Jacobs Carter is currently a Research Scholar at Georgetown University and the founder and sitting President of The Africana Women`s Institute in Washington, D.C. She is the author of Africana Woman: Her Story Through Time and has been a lecturer, teacher and exhibit curator.

 

The first annual Harvest of Hope Foundation Music and Art Festival at the St. Johns County Fair Grounds in St. Augustine, Florida. This three day, multiple stage alternative music festival all to benefit and raise awareness for Harvest of Hope (www.harvestofhope.net), a non-profit organization that provides financial, educational, and service oriented aid to migrant farm workers all over the country.

The event emphasizes the focus on being family friendly as well as environmentally friendly. showcase not only a large group of musicians who are donating their time and performances to the cause but will also showcase a variety of art shows and films from progressive artists from around the country, non-profits, local businesses and progressive organizations.

Most importantly, the festival will be focused on raising funds and awareness for the Harvest of Hope Foundation.

For More Information:  www.harvestofhopefest.com.

2009 Line Up

Against Me!The NationalPropagandhi The Mountain GoatsGZA(GENIUS)Bad Brains Girl TalkThe Bouncing SoulsLess Than Jake LuceroThe Gaslight Anthem Kool Keith (Dr. Octagon vs Dr. Dooom) ft. Kutmasta Kurt The Night Marchers Black Kids Tilly & the Wall Strike Anywhere None More Black Tokyo Police Club DeerhunterDiploValient Thorr Smoke or FireMURSGrand Buffet Ra Ra Riot Paint it Black Yip Yip Summerbirds in the Cellar HEALTH Dave Dondero Holywood HoltTim Barry Kevin Seconds King Kahn & the Shrines The Mae Shi Tiger City Harlem Shakes Kiss KissThis Bike is a Pipe Bomb Rehasher Ruby Coast John Vanderslice Wild Sweet OrangeVince P Underground Railroad to Candyland Her Space HolidayHamell on Trial Young Livers Whiskey & Co. Ninja Gun Flatliners Grabass Charlestons Cheap Girls Holy F*ckMonotonix Austin Lucas Keith Murray Division Minuscula (from Mexico!) After the FallThe Beauvilles Willie Green O`Pioneers Josh Small Tim Version Ghost Mice Paul Baribeau Bomb the Music Industry! Fake Problems Brainworms Static Radio NJ Landmines The Takers Cutman Bridge & Tunnel Fiya Averkiou SUNBEARS Look Mexico Morningbell Mouthbreather Weapons to Go T13C!City Lights BloomLighthouse Music Juicy PonyFailures UnionLaserhead Anchor ArmsHawks & Doves Environmental Youth Crunch TubersLiza KateEric Ayotte Virgins (fl) HometeamHow Dare You MonikersNew BruisesDirty Money AlligatorThe Ones to Blame Assassinate the ScientistNo More Lauris VidalLymbyc SystmMumpsy Clock Hands StrangleBLORR AntarcticProtagonist Jimmy Reeves & the Wolf River Johnathan AppleseedViernes Good Luck Paul & GingerMario Sevayega LosthandsfoundfingersImadethismistake Towers of HanoiBarnaby Jones Rachel GoodrichChristina Wagner Reptile Theatre IncoherentBlue Lightning Coyote ThroatOnslaught Dynamo County RoadEmilyn Brodsky The Shaking Hands Spoonboy R.A.F.So Pastel ButtonsWorlds Diet Cokeheads

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