Purpose:
This project is designed for you to explore black history in a local context and examine the lasting legacies of the struggle for freedom and racial equality in the PNW outside of the classroom. Therefore, this project is more hands-on that requires you to go out into the field and engage in the practice of doing history to better understand the past.
Directions:
You will select a historical marker or public memorial that must be approved by approved by your instructor. The marker may represent a person, place, or event relating to the history of African Americans in the region between the late 19th century and 20th century. Provide the name of the historical marker or and landmark where it is located by April 9.
You will then visit the site in person and take documentary photographs of the marker. If you are unable to visit, find clear pics online of the marker and any photos relating to the site (including google maps).
You will examine the marker, the historical information presented, and answer the following questions:
Who sponsored the marker?
What might be the purpose of the marker?
Where is it located?
How is/was the space used?
Why is it historically significant?
These five questions will form the basis of your research essay.
