25 Black authors and scholars writing on American slavery, including true slave narratives and oral histories as well as fictional accounts that debunk the myths of the middle passage and shed light on the horrors of chattel slavery in the United States.   Oral Histories Annette Gordon-Reed, The Hemingses of Monticello Zora Neale Hurston, Barracoon:...Read More

The Margaret Walker Center wants to help promote the patronage of Black businesses in the Jackson area. Below is a list of some of the Black-owned eateries in the Jackson Metro Area that could benefit from your support. Given the effects of COVID-19, we recommend calling any business on the list prior to visiting for...Read More

Please note this page needs to be updated from time of original posting. Review up to date guidelines for best preparation and practices. How to Prepare for a Protest If you choose to attend a protest, please listen to and respect the organizers’ guidelines; they are the experts. Bring signs with no sticks. Practice social...Read More