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SUMMARY:Lavinia C. Thompson-The Personal Story of Slavery & The Civil War in South Carolina
DESCRIPTION:Lavinia was born enslaved on June 3rd\, 1844\, in Aiken County\, and this presentation tells her personal story of slavery and survival during the Civil War. Lavinia would follow her master into battle in the Civil War\, serving the Confederate army as a cook. Six decades later\, she would be among about 100 black South Carolinians who received small pensions for their involuntary service to the Confederate cause.
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/lavinia-c-thompson-the-personal-story-of-slavery-the-civil-war-in-south-carolina/
LOCATION:Redcliffe State Historic Site\, 181 Redcliffe Road\, Beech Island\, SC\, United States
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231204T144638Z
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SUMMARY:Ancestral Reflections: The Thompson Family Opening Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Ancestral Reflections: The Thompson Family is a collection of eight individual paintings that features the individual experiences of enslaved relatives which include a woman who served in the Civil War; and individual agricultural and civic activities during past times in the rural South Carolina; from the award-winning book\, The Thompson Family: Untold Stories from The Past (1830-1960)\, which chronicles the rich history of the Thompson Family from Salley\, South Carolina. \nThe exhibit will one on display be at the Center for African American History\, Art\, and Culture from October 25th\, 2023\, until January 3rd\, 2024\, during open hours and is open during the Center’s open hours. Please call for more information at (803) 404-2117.
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/ancestral-reflections-the-thompson-family-opening-exhibit/
LOCATION:The Center For African American History\, Art\, and Culture\, 120 York Street NE\, Aiken\, SC\, 29801\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20231007T130000
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SUMMARY:Community Day at the Dill Sanctuary-Hosted By The Charleston Museum
DESCRIPTION:I will be doing an interpretive talk on “Civil War Cooking: What the Confederate Soldiers Ate” which will focus on the foods Confederate soldiers ate prepared by cooks\, when they were stationed at Battery Pringle area of Dill Sanctuary\, and other locations during the way. Some of the cooks were enslaved laborers who included my ancestor\, Lavinia C. Thompson\, who served with her master\, Samuel G. Webb\, both stationed at Battery Pringle in the fall/winter of 1864. \nMuseum staff will be on hand to discuss recent accomplishments at the Sanctuary including preservation of the Civil War batteries\, archaeological research\, as well as natural resource management. Attendees can take guided tours\, hear special presentations on the history and ecology of the property\, hike to the wildlife pond\, and participate in educational children’s activities\, all while enjoying the natural environment of this Lowcountry treasure. \nThis event is FREE and open to the public. Registration is encouraged. ***SUGGESTED DONATION $10*** For more information\, click on the link\, https://www.charlestonmuseum.org/…/community-day-at…/
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/community-day-at-the-dill-sanctuary-hosted-by-the-charleston-museum/
LOCATION:The Dill Sanctuary\, 1163 Riverland Drive\, Charleston\, SC\, 29412\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230923T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230923T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191930
CREATED:20230722T005233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230913T201006Z
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SUMMARY:Saturday Signing & Book Tavern
DESCRIPTION:Saturday Signing on September 23rd\, 1pm-3pm\, at the Book Tavern. Purchase the book\, The Thompson Family: Untold Stories From The Past (1830-1960) on that day and enter to win one of several excellent prizes from me including a friend membership to the Lucy Craft Laney Museum.
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/saturday-signing-book-tavern/
LOCATION:The Book Tavern\, 978 Broad Street\, Augusta\, GA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Signing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230916T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230916T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191930
CREATED:20230913T203630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230915T152507Z
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SUMMARY:2023 Jubilee Festival of Black History & Culture hosted by Historical Columbia
DESCRIPTION:2023 Jubilee Festival of Black History & Culture hosted by Historical Columbia\, on Saturday September 16th\, 2023\, at the Mann-Simons Site from 11:00 AM-6:00 PM. \nThe book\, “The Awakening: The Seawright-Ellison Family Saga\, Vol.1\, A Narrative History” featuring ancestral stories connected to Columbia African American history including the historic Ward One community\, Olympia Mills\, Washington Street African American Business District\, historic Waverly & Greenview communities\, and much more.
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/2023-jubilee-festival-of-black-history-culture-hosted-by-historical-columbia/
LOCATION:Mann-Simon Historic Site\, 1403 Richland Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230812T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230812T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191930
CREATED:20230722T003909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230722T003957Z
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SUMMARY:Book Signing/Meet & Greet
DESCRIPTION:I will be at Barnes & Noble Bookstore\, 3400 Forest Drive\, Columbia\, SC on Saturday August 12th\, 12:00 PM-2:00 PM. I’m going to have Columbia African American history displays that features my ancestral connections to historic Ward One\, Washington Street Business District\, Palmetto State Barbers Association\, and the desegregation of the South Carolina Department of Mental Health\, featured in the book\, The Awakening: The Seawright-Ellison Family Saga\, Vol.1\, A Narrative History.
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/book-signing-meet-greet/
LOCATION:Barnes & Noble at Midtown\, 3400 Forest Drive\, Columbia\, SC\, 29204\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Signing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230711T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230711T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191930
CREATED:20230721T235959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230721T235959Z
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SUMMARY:Dr. Walter B. Curry\, Jr. Book Talk and Signing
DESCRIPTION:Join us Tuesday\, July 11\, at 6 pm as Dr. Walter B. Curry\, Jr. will be here to discuss his book The Awakening: The Seawright-Ellison Family Saga\, Vol.1\, A Narrative History. The book has been selected as a 2023 National Indie Excellence Book Awards Finalist in two categories: African American Non-Fiction & Regional Non-Fiction Southeast. \n  \n 
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/dr-walter-b-curry-jr-book-talk-and-signing/
LOCATION:All Good Books\, 734 Harden Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29205\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230620T113000
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CREATED:20230626T150707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230626T150722Z
UID:1065-1687260600-1687264200@renaissancepubllc.com
SUMMARY:Columbia Readers & Writers Group
DESCRIPTION:Join us for lunch at the Lizards Thicket in Columbia\, SC from 11:30 AM-12:30PM for a special presentation by Dr. Walter B. Curry\, on his book\, “The Awakening: The Seawright-Ellison Family Saga\, Vol.1\, A Narrative History”. Books will be available for sale at a discounted price.
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/columbia-readers-writers-group/
LOCATION:Lizards Thicket\, 3147 Forest Drive\, Columbia\, SC\, 29204\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion,Book Signing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230617T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230617T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191930
CREATED:20230626T145817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230626T150018Z
UID:1061-1687006800-1687010400@renaissancepubllc.com
SUMMARY:Juneteenth Celebration-Laurens\, South Carolina
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the City of Laurens Juneteenth Festival on June 17\, 2023!\nWe’re thrilled to announce that Dr. Walter B. Curry Jr. will be speaking at the Laurens County Museum at 1:00 pm\, sharing his insightful perspective on this important occasion. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and celebrate the significance of Juneteenth.
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/juneteenth-celebration-laurens-south-carolina/
LOCATION:Laurens County Museum\, 116 South Public Square\, Laurens\, SC\, 29360\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230520T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230520T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191930
CREATED:20230531T134645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230531T134645Z
UID:1011-1684587600-1684591200@renaissancepubllc.com
SUMMARY:Lavinia C. Thompson: A Personal Story of Slavery and Civil War In South Carolina
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn the story of Lavinia C. Thompson\, an enslaved woman who followed her master into battle as a Confederate Army cook\, and was later paid pensions for her involuntary service to the Confederate cause.
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/lavinia-c-thompson-a-personal-story-of-slavery-and-civil-war-in-south-carolina/
LOCATION:International African American Museum
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230506T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230506T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191930
CREATED:20230511T151150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230511T151250Z
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SUMMARY:Martha Kitchings Seawright Ellison
DESCRIPTION:Martha Kitchings Seawright Ellison was born enslaved on November 20\, 1849\, in Barnwell County South Carolina. This presentation tells the contextualized story of her life\, featuring local history of the antebellum period and Civil War in Barnwell County during Martha’s enslavement; a personal account of Martha’s life on the Phillips Plantation during the Reconstruction Era in Barnwell County; the circumstances that involved Martha’s marriages to two husbands; and post Reconstruction era through the Gilded Age (1875-1900) during Martha’s life in Aiken County\, South Carolina.
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/martha-kitchings-seawright-ellison/
LOCATION:Aiken County Public Library\, 314 Chesterfield St SW\, Aiken\, SC\, 29801\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230427T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230427T123000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191930
CREATED:20230511T145554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230511T145554Z
UID:1001-1682591400-1682598600@renaissancepubllc.com
SUMMARY:SC State's library to celebrate National Library Week-Book discussions and signing
DESCRIPTION:Authors will discuss their books\, articles\, or related publications. Individuals will be able to purchase a signed copy of the author’s book following the presentations. \n“44 Days of Being Humble.” Author: Jekela S. Burgess.\n“Everything Lemonade.” Author: Mrs. Alicia Collins\n“The Thompson Family: Untold Stories from the Past” (1830-1960). Author: Dr. Walter B. Curry Jr.\n“The Virtual Prison.” Author: Whenda Penelope James.\n“Contributions of Historically Black Colleges and Universities in the 21st Century.” Authors: Dr. LaToya N. Johnson and Dr. Frank C. Martin
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/sc-states-library-to-celebrate-national-library-week-book-discussions-and-signing/
LOCATION:GA
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion,Book Signing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230422T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230422T233000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191930
CREATED:20230511T135013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230511T135513Z
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SUMMARY:Walking tour to focus on slavery and the Civil War; local author to participate
DESCRIPTION:Local author Dr. Walter B. Curry Jr. will be participating as a tour guide with The Charleston Museum. \nThe tour\, “From Birds to Batteries: An In-depth Ecology and Historical Walking Tour of Battery Pringle” will take place at 9:30 a.m. Saturday\, April 22\, at the The Dill Sanctuary\, 1163 Riverland Dr.\, Charleston. \nCurry will be joined by Charleston Museum Chief of Collections Jennifer McCormick and Curator of Natural History Matthew Gibson. Curry will be sharing the story of his ancestor\, Lavinia Corley Thompson\, an enslaved cook who\, at only 19\, was forced to follow her enslaver\, Private Samuel G. Webb\, into the Confederate Army. They would eventually end up stationed at Battery Pringle in the fall of 1864 where she cooked and served meals. Curry will talk about Lavinia’s early life on the plantation in the Barnwell District\, her time serving on the frontline feeding a poorly supplied group of soldiers and what her life was like after the Civil War. \nBattery Pringle is located on James Island near Charleston. Representing the largest area of privately protected land on James Island\, the Dill Sanctuary is a 580-acre wildlife refuge rich in historic features. A microcosm of Lowcountry cultural history and ecological diversity\, it was the site of three plantations during the colonial and antebellum periods which used enslaved labor to produce primarily food crops for the Charleston market. The property also contains four earthen Confederate fortifications that were part of the Civil War defenses of Charleston. \nThe tour will also highlight the birds that call the Dill Sanctuary home and why the sanctuary is an important stop along migration routes for the birds. The walking tour will be approximately 1.5 miles and is an “off-road” location with steep inclines and unprepared terrain. Closed-toed shoes are required. Walking shoes/boots are recommended. \nReservations are required. Register online at www.charlestonmuseum.org/news-events/events/from-birds-to-batteries-an-in-depth-ecology-and-historical-walking-tour-of-battery-pringle/ or call 843-722-2996\, ext. 235. Tickets are $40 for museum members and $55 for non-members. \n 
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/y-and-the-civil-war-local-author-to-participate/
LOCATION:GA
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230331T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230331T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191930
CREATED:20230511T132720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230511T132720Z
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SUMMARY:Exploring Public School Residencies-Aiken Center For The Arts
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Walter Curry\, author The Thompson Family: Untold Stories from The Past (1830-1960)\, residency with eighth grade social studies students explored Dr. Curry’s family history through his storytelling & a gallery walk of artifacts and paintings\, bringing to life Aiken County’s African American history.
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/exploring-public-school-residencies-aiken-center-for-the-arts/
LOCATION:GA
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230319T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230319T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191930
CREATED:20230402T195534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230402T200037Z
UID:992-1679212800-1679245200@renaissancepubllc.com
SUMMARY:Book Talk with Dr. Walter Curry: The Story of Martha Kitchings Seawright Ellison
DESCRIPTION:Come join Dr. Walter Curry and discover the story of Martha Kitchings Seawright Ellison’s life\, featuring the local history of the Antebellum Period and Civil War in Barnwell County during Martha’s enslavement; a personal account of Martha’s life on the Phillips Plantation during the Reconstruction Era in Barnwell County; the circumstances that involved Martha’s marriages to two husbands; and post Reconstruction era through the Gilded Age (1875-1900) during Martha’s life in Aiken County\, South Carolina.
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/book-talk-with-dr-walter-curry-the-story-of-martha-kitchings-seawright-ellison/
LOCATION:Main Library-Charleston County Public Library\, 68 Calhoun Street\, Charleston\, SC\, 29401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230216T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230216T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191930
CREATED:20230402T194752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230402T194823Z
UID:987-1676574000-1676574000@renaissancepubllc.com
SUMMARY:Fountain Inn Presents Black History Gallery Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Fountain Inn Presents Black History Gallery Exhibit featuring guest speaker Dr. Walter B. Curry
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/fountain-inn-presents-black-history-gallery-exhibit/
LOCATION:Fountain Inn Museum\, 102 Depot Street\, Fountain Inn\, 29644\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230124T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230124T183000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191930
CREATED:20230105T204525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230105T204544Z
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SUMMARY:Florence Library Presents African American Genealogy
DESCRIPTION:The Doctors Bruce and Lee Foundation Library presents African American Genealogy: Writing Family History with Dr. Walter B. Curry\, Jr. on Tuesday\, January 24 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. \nDr. Curry\, a native of Orangeburg\, SC\, will teach attendees how to write a narrative history about their family incorporating the African American experience and historical context. He created a self-publishing company in 2018 called Renaissance Publications that publishes books that focus on African American history through ancestry. Dr. Curry has also published two award winning books that consist of stories that cover the lineage of his own ancestry from slavery\, The Civil War\, The Reconstruction Era\, and family life in Aiken\, Barnwell\, Orangeburg\, and Richland Counties\, in South Carolina. \nParticipation is free\, but space is limited and registration is required for this adult (18+) program. For information or to register\, call (843) 413-7074. The Doctors Bruce and Lee Foundation Library is located at 509 S. Dargan Street in Florence.
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/florence-library-presents-african-american-genealogy/
LOCATION:Doctors Bruce and Lee Foundation Library\, 509 S. Dargan Street\, Florence\, SC\, 29506\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Florence County Library":MAILTO:debbiequesada@florencelibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230109T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230109T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191930
CREATED:20230105T203821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230105T203957Z
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SUMMARY:Sweet Tea & Some History
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Monday\, January 9th\, at 6:00 p.m. when Dr. Walter B. Curry\, Jr. will talk about the fascinating\nstory of Lavinia C. Thompson who was born into slavery in Aiken County\, South Carolina on June 3\, 1844.\nShe would follow her master into battle in the Civil War\, serving the Confederate army as a cook\, in military\nassignments and campaigns in Georgia\, South Carolina\, and North Carolina. Six decades later\, Lavinia would\nbe among about 100 black South Carolinians who received small pensions for their involuntary service to the\nConfederate cause. \nThis program is free and open to the public. \nLocation: River House at River Island 1570 River Island Parkway\, Evans\, Georgia\nMonday\, January 9th\n6:00 p.m.\nR.S.V.P.—Brenda Baratto; 803-270-9400\, or\,\nbrendasb@yahoo.co
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/sweet-tea-some-history/
LOCATION:River House at River Island\, 1570 River Island Parkway\, Evans\, SC\, 30809\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221203T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221203T123000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191930
CREATED:20221120T210319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221120T210824Z
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SUMMARY:Pee Dee Author Expo Sponsored By Florence County Library
DESCRIPTION:The Holiday Season is kicking in full swing on the road! I have been selected to participate in the 2022 Pee Dee Author Expo hosted by the Florence County Library on Saturday\, December 3\, 2022\, from 8:30 AM-12:30 PM at the Doctors Bruce and Lee Foundation Library at 509 S. Dargan St. Florence\, SC 29506\, in the Stukes Meeting Room. The authors have been selected through an application process and offer works for sale in a variety of genres. My book\, “The Awakening: The Seawright-Ellison Family Saga\, Vol. 1\, A Narrative History”\, has been selected to represent the history category! \nDr. Louis Venters\, Professor of History at Francis Marion University\, will serve as moderator! I will giving away ten Chick-Fil-La cards worth $10.00 for the first 10 buyers of my book!! See you in the Pee Dee!!!
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/pee-dee-author-expo-sponsored-by-florence-county-library/
LOCATION:Doctors Bruce and Lee Foundation Library\, 509 S. Dargan Street\, Florence\, SC\, 29506\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Signing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Florence County Library":MAILTO:debbiequesada@florencelibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221021T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221021T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191930
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SUMMARY:Book Discussion-The Center For African American History\, Art\, & Culture
DESCRIPTION:Join the Center and Dr. Curry as we explore the first volume in a narrative history about the descendants of two families that share a common ancestor\, Martha Kitchings Seawright Ellison. The book documents the beginnings of the family saga through Martha’s life during slavery\, The Civil War\, The Reconstruction Era\, and family life in Aiken County and beyond!!
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/book-discussion-the-center-for-african-american-history-art-culture/
LOCATION:The Center For African American History\, Art\, and Culture\, 120 York Street NE\, Aiken\, SC\, 29801\, United States
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SUMMARY:African American Genealogy Series: Writing Family History- The Narrative History Approach
DESCRIPTION:Please join us to learn from South Carolina genealogist and author Dr. Walter Curry\, Jr. who will present on Writing Family History: The Narrative History Approach. Narrative history is the practice of writing history in a story-based form. It tends to entail writing based on reconstructing a series of short-term events about individuals or specific events in a broader context. Learn about how to write a narrative history about your relatives and the process in writing your family history book using the narrative history approach. Examples from the acclaimed book\, The Awakening: The Seawright-Ellison Family Saga\, Vol.1\, A Narrative History will be used during the presentation. \nThe webinar is online. Click on the link\, https://statelibrary.sc.libcal.com/event/9040131?fbclid=IwAR2JgK90Evl7Fjjkoesx28ht_vSrwFSI_dZF-tz_EU8LfGQ7OrlxBdxGpkc\, to register.
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/african-american-genealogy-series-writing-family-history-the-narrative-history-approach/
LOCATION:GA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221008T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221008T230000
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SUMMARY:Author Talk-Charleston County Public Library
DESCRIPTION:OCT 8: Join Walter B. Curry\, Jr.\, Ed.D at Main Library for an Author Talk about the Thompson Family! Learn about Lavinia Thompson\, who was born into slavery in 1844 and later received a pension for her service as a cook in the Confederate Army.\nFor full details visit: https://bit.ly/3Cbi8jS
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/author-talk-charleston-county-public-library/
LOCATION:Main Library-Charleston County Public Library\, 68 Calhoun Street\, Charleston\, SC\, 29401\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220919T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220919T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191930
CREATED:20220930T155153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T155211Z
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SUMMARY:Sumter County Genealogical Society-Sumter\, South Carolina
DESCRIPTION:Author Walter B. Curry Jr.\, a native of Orangeburg\, will be the guest speaker at the next membership meeting of the Sumter County Genealogical Society at 7 p.m. Monday\, Sept. 19\, in the fellowship hall of Swan Lake Presbyterian Church\, 912 Haynsworth St.\, Sumter\, SC. \nCurry received a bachelor’s degree in political science from South Carolina State University and has earned several graduate degrees in education\, including a doctorate degree in curriculum and instruction from Argosy University\, Sarasota. \nIn 2018\, Curry launched Renaissance Publications LLC and in September of that year\, he published his first genealogy book\, “The Thompson Family: Untold Stories from the Past (1830-1960)\, which has been approved to use as a curriculum resource in several Aiken County schools. His second book\, “The Awakening: The Seawright-Ellison Family Saga Vol.1\, A Narrative History\,” was released in June 2021. Both books chronicle the reflections and experiences of his relatives shedding light on African American history in Aiken County and South Carolina. \nIn October 2019\, Curry received the 2019 African American Historical and Genealogy Society Book Award in the non-fiction category-genealogy for his book. In 2020\, the South Carolina Legislature recognized Curry for his significant work in service to African American history and heritage in South Carolina. In addition\, Curry was selected to South Carolina State University 40 Under 40 Inaugural Class for his professional accomplishments and dedication to the university.
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/sumter-county-genealogical-society-sumter-south-carolina/
LOCATION:Swan Lake Presbyterian Church\, 912 Haynsworth Street\, Sumter\, SC\, 29150\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion,Book Signing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220723T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220723T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191930
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SUMMARY:Genealogists to host event at Redcliffe Plantation exploring the history of slavery in Aiken County
DESCRIPTION:Aiken\, S.C. – Redcliffe Plantation State Historic Site in Beech Island invites the public to a special program\, Slavery and War in Aiken County through the Reconstruction Era and Beyond\, on Saturday\, July 23 at 10 a.m. \nThe program will be led by award-winning author Dr. Walter Curry and genealogists Wayne O’Bryant and Jerome Gaines. The event will have a strong focus on the local area\, and presentation topics will include slavery\, the Civil War\, and Reconstruction Era events that took place when Aiken County was founded and beyond. \nEvent details: \n\nDate and time: July 23 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.\nLocation: The Visitor Center at Redcliffe Plantation State Historic Site\, 181 Redcliffe Rd\, Beech Island\, SC 29842\nCost: $10\nRegistration is required and closes on July 21: call 803-827-1473 or email redcliffe@scprt.com to register\nPlan ahead: Dress for the weather and wear walking shoes. The structures do not have air conditioning. Light refreshments will be provided. Attendees are encouraged to bring water.\nFor more information: Contact Ashley Rust\, Park Interpreter\, at 803-827-1473 or arust@scprt.com\n\nDr. Walter Curry is a native of Orangeburg who received the 2019 African American Historical and Genealogical Society Book Award (Non-Fiction Category-Genealogy). After the presentation\, he will be available to sign copies of his books The Thompson Family: Untold Stories from the Past and The Awakening: The Seawright-Ellison Family Saga\, Vol.1\, A Narrative History\, which are available for purchase in the Redcliffe gift shop and at renaissancepubllc.c \nAbout Redcliffe Plantation State Historic Site: Completed in 1859\, Redcliffe was once the home of South Carolina governor and senator\, James Henry Hammond\, three generations of his descendants\, and numerous African-American families like the Henleys\, Goodwins\, and Wigfalls who worked at the site as enslaved laborers and later as free men and women. Now one of the many historic plantations South Carolina has opened to the public\, this site encompasses Hammond’s ambition\, wealth\, and power\, as well as the injustices and suffering of the hundreds of enslaved peoples who were forced to live and work on the land. Tours of the historic slave quarters and mansion are offered Thursday – Monday at 11 a.m.\, 1 p.m.\, and 3 p.m. Redcliffe was named one of the Top Ten Sites to Visit in South Carolina by the South Carolina African American Heritage Commission. For more information about Redcliffe and other South Carolina State Parks visit southcarolinaparks.com.
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/genealogists-to-host-event-at-redcliffe-plantation-exploring-the-history-of-slavery-in-aiken-county/
LOCATION:GA
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion,Book Signing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220524T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220524T140000
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SUMMARY:A Conversation with Dr. Walter B. Curry\, Jr.\, Charleston County Library
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Curry for a conversation on his book\, The Thompson Family: Untold Stories from The Past (1830-1960) at the Hurd-St Andrews Library Branch at 1pm PM on May 24st. \nThis is the fourth and final of a series of talks in partnership with the International African American Museum! There will books for sale and you can pre-order your book by clicking on the link\, bit.ly/thompsonbook\, to receive your book on site.
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/a-conversation-with-dr-walter-b-curry-jr-charleston-county-library-3/
LOCATION:Hurd-St. Andrews Library\, 1735 N. Woodmere Drive\, Charleston\, South Carolina\, 29407\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220521T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220521T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191930
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SUMMARY:A Conversation With Dr. Walter B. Curry\, Jr.\, Charleston County Library
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Curry for a conversation on his book\, The Thompson Family: Untold Stories from The Past (1830-1960) at the Bees Ferry-West Ashley at 2pm PM on May 21st. \nThis is the third of a series of talks in partnership with the International African American Museum! There will books for sale and you can pre-order your book by clicking on the link\, bit.ly/thompsonbook\, to receive your book on site.
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/a-conversation-with-dr-walter-b-curry-jr-charleston-county-library-2/
LOCATION:Bees Ferry West Ashely\, 305 Sanders Road\, Charleston\, SC\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220512T040000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220512T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191930
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SUMMARY:A Conversation With Dr. Walter B. Curry\, Jr.\, Charleston County Library
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Curry for a conversation on his book\, The Thompson Family: Untold Stories from The Past (1830-1960) at the Edisto Library at 4pm PM on May 12th. \nThis is the second of a series of talks in partnership with the International African American Museum! There will books for sale and you can pre-order your book by clicking on the link\, bit.ly/thompsonbook\, to receive your book on site.
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/a-conversation-with-dr-walter-b-curry-jr/
LOCATION:Edisto Island Library\, 1589 Highway 174\, Edisto Island\, South Carolina\, 29438
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220504T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220504T170000
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SUMMARY:African American Genealogy Webinar: Writing Family History- The Narrative Inquiry Approach
DESCRIPTION:Please join us to learn from South Carolina genealogist and author Dr. Walter Curry\, Jr. who will present on Writing Family History: The Narrative Inquiry Approach. A narrative is a story or an account. While there is no mainstream research design in family history\, narrative inquiry is a research method that uses narratives as units of analysis to contextualize and interpret to create meaning. Learn about how to incorporate narrative inquiry to research and write your family history book. \nWalter B. Curry\, Jr.\, Ed.D is a native of Orangeburg\, South Carolina. Dr. Curry has published two award-winning books on genealogy research of his South Carolina ancestors. The Thompson Family: Untold Stories from the Past (1830-1960)\, published in 2018\, chronicles the reflections and experiences of his relatives that shed new light on African American History in Aiken County and South Carolina. His second work published in 2021\, The awakening: the Seawright-Ellison family saga. Vol. 1\, A narrative history\, is the first volume in a narrative history about the descendants of two families that share a common ancestor\, Martha Kitchings Seawright Ellison. The book documents the family saga of Martha’s family of sharecroppers in South Carolina during the Reconstruction Era.  Dr. Curry received the 2019 International African American Historical and Genealogy Society Book Award and has been recognized by the South Carolina Legislature for his significant work in service to African American History and Heritage in South Carolina. \nThis webinar is great for anyone interested in learning more about South Carolina genealogy and how they might conduct their own family history research. Join us for more webinars in the African American Genealogy Series. The next program will be Sources for African American Genealogical Research at the SC Department of Archives & History with Steven D. Tuttle. \nThe South Carolina State Library welcomes people of all abilities to participate in our programs. If you need a reasonable accommodation in order to take part (please contact two weeks in advance)\, or have questions please contact Virginia Pierce at vpierce@statelibrary.sc.gov or (803) 734-8646. Closed captioning is available. \nThe South Carolina State Library is the primary administrator of federal and state support for the state’s libraries. Headquartered in Columbia\, S.C.\, the Library is funded by the state of South Carolina\, by the federal government through the Institute of Museum and Library Services\, and other sources.
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/african-american-genealogy-webinar-writing-family-history-the-narrative-inquiry-approach/
LOCATION:GA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220416T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220416T140000
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SUMMARY:A Conversation With Dr. Walter B. Curry\, Jr.\, Charleston County Library
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Curry for a conversation on his book\, The Thompson Family: Untold Stories from The Past (1830-1960) at the Baxter-Patrick James Island Library at 1 PM on April 16. \nThis is the first of a series of talks in partnership with the International African American Museum! There will books for sale and you can pre-order your book by clicking on the link\, bit.ly/thompsonbook\, to receive your book on site.
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/a-conversation-with-dr-walter-b-curry-jr-charleston-county-library/
LOCATION:Baxter-Patrick James Island\, 1858 S.Grimball Road\, Charleston\, SC\, 29412\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220320T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220320T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191930
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220329T162532Z
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SUMMARY:Lower Richland Heritage & Genealogical Society
DESCRIPTION:Join me on next Sunday\, March 20th\, at 3pm for my presentation: “How to Write Your Family History: The Narrative History Approach sponsored by the Lower Richland Heritage & Genealogical Society! The event will be on Zoom!\n\n\nClick on the link to register: https://us02web.zoom.us/…/tZYtceqprzgsHNUpJlTQud9YZEIIB…
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/lower-richland-heritage-genealogical-society/
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