There are many stories to be told about the people who have, over the years, applied their wisdom, talents and courage for the betterment of our community. The Faith and Race Project will be telling some of their stories so that today’s residents can meet these exceptional people who worked or are working toward building the beloved community* in Livingston County.
(*See 10 Features of Martin Luther King Jr.’s Beloved Community – Lewis Center for Church Leadership)
To read a brief story about one of these special people, just click on the link next to their abstract below.
Lulu Childers grew up in Howell in the late 1800’s and was the valedictorian of her class at Howell High School (as was her sister). She became the first Dean of Music at Howard University in Washington, DC, and the Fine Art Building there is named after her. She was a nationally know singer who performed for the elite of United States, including President Taft, and was influential in civil rights.
For more about Lulu Childers go to The Lulu Childers Story