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New Discoveries on Sacred Ground: Paying Homage to Local Pioneers

After launching the African American Historic Sites project five years ago, the Historic Preservation Division is committed to an honest and equitable representation of the county’s complete history and heritage. In our efforts to broaden awareness of African American heritage sites (such as burial sites, churches, homesteads, and farmlands) and encourage dialogue between community members, attendees will view a documentary film about the legacy of Sarah Lee and Malinda Jackson, who were both prominent African American figures in the Fairland area. The documentary will tell their story from multiple perspectives. Panelists will hold a question-and-answer session following the documentary. Registration is required and this program has been approved for AICP and ASLA continuing education credits.

Opening Remarks:
Tanya Stern, Montgomery County Planning Department Deputy Director

Moderator:
Molline Jackson (co-lead planner for the Fairland and Briggs Chaney Master Plan)

Panelists:
Brian Crane, Archaeologist for the Montgomery County Planning Department
CeLillianne Green, Poet; Performing Artist
Jamie Ferguson, Senior Historian for Montgomery County Department of Parks
Ella LaGrange, Student Researcher
Michael Withers, Great, Great Grandson of Sarah Lee
Varna Boyd, Professional Archaeologist

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