I will be sharing historical narratives of my maternal ancestors of the Seawright-Ellison family, noteworthy events, and communities in Western Orangeburg County. Key topics will include: ~Local history during the antebellum period and the Civil War ~Martha's life during the Reconstruction Era ~The establishment of Orangeburg County ~The contributions of three African American men to […]

Join Dr. Curry on Sunday, August 25th, 2024, in Bishopville, SC, for the opening reception of my artwork and an artist talk at 3 p.m. at the Bishopville Opera House-Lee County Arts Council. Call (803) 484-5090 or message me for more information. The artist talk is proudly sponsored by South Carolina Humanities. If you are […]

Dr. Walter B. Curry, Jr., invites you to embark on a journey with him as he unravels the life story of his ancestor, Lavinia Thompson. Lavinia served as an enslaved cook in the Confederate Army. Lavinia’s compelling narrative unfolds in this PowerPoint presentation, recounting her experience of slavery and experience during the Civil War. This […]