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| Hammond Magnet School Photo Credit: Mr. Kip Andrews |
Dr. Antoinette Harrell was invited to speak at Hammond Magnet High School in Hammond, Louisiana to celebrate Black History Month. At the beginning of the week Mr. Kip Andrew had the students research and learn about the history of two African American churches in Hammond, LA., St. James A.M.E. Church was founded in 1867. The church is still standing and active to this day. The second oldest church Greenfield Missionary Baptist Church was founded in 1870. Mr. Andrews pointed out that both churches are huge milestones within the African American history in Hammond, Louisiana.
"Having the students to explore and study local history is important. Oftentimes, we look at history on a national level. Sometimes people over look local history makers, icons, and pioneers, "said Harrell. Harrell stress the importance of exploring local history. Matter of fact, many of the students can be related to the local history makers she said. Mr. Andrew said that the students are working on a hard back book of the local history. Harrell volunteer to assist in anyway that she can.
Harrell was impressed with the interaction from the students. Some of the students had several questions for Dr. Harrell. They had good questions and comments concerning the information that Harrell shared.
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