OUR GIFT TO THE WORLD by Rudolph Elmore Young
Uncover stories of resilience and triumph in history. Our African past starts in Lincoln County with African born slaves.
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Uncover stories of resilience and triumph in history. Our African past starts in Lincoln County with African born slaves.
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Note: “The chapel stands in stable condition and is well within the limits of preservation versus demolition,”. The African American Church was built in the 1870’s. Catawba Valley District of the United Methodist Church will provide the funding for the site to become a living memorial to the African American Methodist. ~ Lake Norman Publications, March 12, 2025; by Michelle T. Bernard
At Mount Vernon African American History Center, we are dedicated to preserving the rich history of our community. We strive to educate the public and promote local heritage through various programs and events.
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Your generous donations enable us to preserve and promote African American history, including vital narratives like that of Venture Smith. Help us continue this important work and honor the legacy of influential figures in our community.
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Rudolph E. Young a 1963 graduate of Newbold High School. Defense Language Institute graduate in African Language Specialist. Assigned to the 4412th Air Commando Squadron wrote a book called “Our Gift to the World” where he connects the students of Newbold High School with their African families in Africa.
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