“Hush, Hush Somebody’s Calling My Name” – Great Contributions of New Bern African American Women from 1700s – 1900s

March 16, 7 – 8:30 PM. Cullman Performance Hall in the NC History Center

This lecture, presented by Dr. Erroll L. Royal, will highlight and explore the significant roles of African American women within the New Bern community from the 1700s through the 1900s.

A graduate of New Bern Senior High School, Dr. Royal is a retired educator of 40 years of professional experience as a school administrator in the elementary, middle and high school levels. He is a motivational speaker, workshop facilitator, musician and mentor group organizer. He is the author of two books: Pembroke: The Road Less Traveled and Traces of Places and Faces of African Americans from the New Bern Community.

This event is FREE to the public.

For more information, email Sharon.Bryant@ncdcr.gov, or call 252-639-3692.