Discover the rich African American history of the Chesapeake Bay region through this collection of stories written by Chesapeake Heartland fellows, interns, and community members.

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The Spirit Beyond the Walls: An Oral History with Ms. Marie Butler and Her Daughter, Ms. Stephanie Lindsey by Katy Shenk and Paris Young

When asked what advice she would give to younger generations, 95-year-old Marie Butler offered these words of wisdom: “All I can say is, keep on trusting in the Lord and doing what you’re doing – good things. Don’t go out there in this world doing anything…

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