Feb. 11, 2025 Fergie danced. There were many light moments. There were wonderful stories illuminating the work of a Charlotte law firm pursuing civil rights for all citizens. Dangerous work. Julius Chambers' law office was firebombed. Methodical work. As federal laws were passed, the ... Continue Reading →
Another perspective on Beatties Ford mural
Dec. 3, 2021 Elloree Erwin sent in photos she took of Abel Jackson’s 2021 mural at West End Fresh Seafood Market (shown inset photo, Google) at 2206 Beatties Ford Rd. Six prominent African-Americans portrayed in the mural are, from left, Dr. Bertha Maxwell-Roddey, James Ferguson II, Julius ... Continue Reading →
Black History Month 2021
Feb. 1, 2021 For many years, the Forum marked Black History Month by scheduling speakers and panelists who could offer a perspective on the history of Charlotte-Mecklenburg's African-American community. In the name of upholding that tradition in these pandemic times: The following graphics were ... Continue Reading →