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Sept. 30 Re-Opening of African American Civil War Museum to Feature ‘From Slavery to the White House’ – the Life of First Lady Michelle Obama, a Descendant of Black Civil War Heroes
Special to The Truth During her speech at the 2016 Democratic National Convention, then First Lady Michelle Obama famously declared, “I wake up every morning in a house that was built by slaves.” Ten years later, an exhibit about to be unveiled for the first time on Sept. 30 at 10 am at the newly […]Read More »
Savvy Seniors Take on the Gordie Howe Bridge
Thirteen Savvy Seniors, ages 60 to 80, recently traveled to Detroit for a memorable adventure – walking the Gordie Howe International Bridge to Canada! What began as a travel experience became so much more. The group completed the walk in a little over an hour, encouraging one another every step of the way. Together, they […]Read More »
A Bus Full of Hope: Clara Petty and Savvy Seniors Take History on the Road
By Asia Nail The Truth Reporter There are some bus rides where the snacks disappear before you reach the highway. Then there are bus rides where the food becomes part of the story. On this trip, Clara Petty brought fried chicken. Somebody brought pound cake. Other women packed their own favorites. Before long, food traveled […]Read More »
THE CHICAGO LEGACY EXPERIENCE™
More Than a Stay. It’s Your Chicago Experience. OVERVIEW FOR SOJOURNER’S TRUTH • TOLEDO, OHIO The Chicago Legacy Experience™ is more than a place to stay – it is a personalized way to experience Chicago. Created by Omni Entertainment and Design, Inc. × 134 Development Corp., the experience brings together a comfortable Chicago home base […]Read More »
Walking the Obama Presidential Center: A Conversation Between Memory, Place and Possibility
Based on an interview with world class traveler Ardenia Jones Terry By Asia Nail The Truth Reporter The First Thing You Notice Is the Way the Space Holds You, Ardenia Jones Terry Recalls You notice your pace before you notice anything else. The walk slows, not because you decide to slow down, but because the […]Read More »
By Ricky Tyus, Owner of Tyus Tours & Travel
The Truth Travel Contributor In April of this year my wife (Pamela) and I along with 11 of her relatives travel to Mound Bayou Mississippi in search of their great grandmother’s house and grave site. What we found was a treasure trove of Black History that showed the resilience of slaves during the 1800’s and […]Read More »
The Cookout at South Beach Wine & Food Festival: A Must-Experience Culinary Event
By Shana Lee The Truth Travel Correspondent There are food events, and then there are experiences that stay with you long after the last bite. Attending The Cookout during the South Beach Wine & Food Festival this February was exactly that, an unforgettable celebration of culture, community and cuisine. Hosted by JJ Johnson and presented […]Read More »
Stories, Sites and Legacy: Kentucky’s African American Heritage Trail
Special to The Truth When it comes to learning history, there is something about the act of walking around a historical site that will drive a lesson home in a way that is nearly impossible to replicate with films, books and other media. For instance, there are thousands of pages written on the historical importance […]Read More »
An Adventure in the Big Apple
By The Social Butterfly Special to The Truth Donnetta Carter, The Social Butterfly, and Beverly Robinson, Everyday Women, took a trip to New York City and a had grand experience. The Everyday Woman teamed up with The Social Butterfly Public Figure to take an amazing adventure to the Big Apple to explore the city and a […]Read More »
Cruise, Ride and Roam: Explore Kentucky by Car, Train and Boat
Special to The Truth “Horsepower” is a multifaceted word in Kentucky. Hearing that term coupled with the Bluegrass State, folks might first think of horseracing. However, it can also describe the various ways to get around and experience Kentucky—car, train or boat—along with the many opportunities to learn more about these modes of transportation. Bowling […]Read More »