We Shall Not Be Moved: African Americans in the South, 18th Century to the Present highlights photographs, documents, and artifacts that begin to tell some of the stories of these communities. The exhibit looks at nine themes relevant to African American history and culture—Enslavement, Civil War & Reconstruction, Labor, Education, Military, Politics, the Long Civil Rights Movement, and Community & Culture.
In the fall of 2009, the Southern Historical Collection established the Documenting the African American Southern Experience (DAASE) Initiative. Through this initiative, the SHC extends its commitment to document African American life in the South. The initiative consists of an expanded collection development, digitization of collections, enhanced description of African American content, public programming and community outreach, and community collaborations and partnerships. In 2009 and 2010, the SHC proudly presents a range of programs centered on the DAASE Initiative which includes exhibits, lectures, film screenings, tours, and performances.
For more details, visit the UNC Library News and Events blog, Southern Historical Collection blog, or video preview of the exhibition.
See also this itinerary of related programming surrounding the opening of the exhibition.
