Mothers of Black History

head of woman with brown skin, red collar, and orange green head scarf plus logos of FHL, library, Rasmuson Foundation and ACOA.

View this 4-part, virtual family dinner story circle for Mothers of Black History with Skywalker Payne. These stories, appropriate for all ages, may inspire conversation, questions, research, or creative expression. You will be entertained and educated. Best for ages 6+ years.

Adventurous Ancestors: Black queens & warriors
https://youtu.be/OAcUIySpcv0

Fearless for Freedom: Black women gaining & aiding others to freedom
https://youtu.be/slpv3uYOoyE

Committed Courageousness: From Mississippi to Alaska – fighting racial & social injustice
https://youtu.be/zDo0Xz1MdQ0

Being Black: Skywalker Payne’s seven decades 
https://youtu.be/1PuN3hsS8SU

Skywalker Payne, an Alaska teaching artist, is an author, storyteller, and energy healer. For three years, she facilitated Homer Storytellers. She has shared the art of storytelling at Bunnell Street Arts Center, Homer Arts Council, Alice’s Restaurant, Mariner Theater, and Pier One Theater.

This Black History Month celebration was made possible with funding from the Rasmuson Foundation and the Friends of the Homer Library, as well as support from Alaska Council on the Arts.