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By the Sweat of Our Brows 2020
Descendants of Brattonsville’s enslaved community reflect on their heritage in new video series featuring historic church tours, children’s story time, and interviews.
Videos premiering on Youtube and Facebook September 12, 19, and 26 at Noon.
VIDEOS
Brattonsville descendants discuss the importance of Black churches in the community from the time of Emancipation forward.
A reading of the 1865 Freedmen’s List from Harriet Bratton's plantation.
Interview with Brattonsville descendant Wali Cathcart
Author Kimberly Massey reads from her book, “Sowing Seeds with Brother Wali.”
Coming 9/26:
• Interview with Brattonsville descendant Margaret Parson-Willins
• "By the Sweat of Our Brows" panel discussion with descendants