Preserving Black Musical Heritage

Recorded in 2024. Join The Georgia Trust for an insightful virtual workshop as part of our series on Preserving Georgia’s African American Resources. This workshop, “Preserving Black Musical Heritage,” features three distinguished presenters who will share their unique experiences and preservation strategies:
• Ms. Florene Dawkins, Chair of the Friends of Ma Rainey, will delve into the legacy of the “Mother of the Blues” and the significance of preserving her home, the Ma Rainey House and Blues Museum in Columbus.
• Dr. Shelton Land, Executive Director of The Douglass Theatre in Macon, will discuss the theatre’s rich history as the premier theatre open to African-American citizens in the city and its ongoing preservation efforts.
• Ms. Rutha Harris of the Albany Freedom Singers will highlight her experience and the importance of preserving the musical heritage of the Civil Rights Movement.