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14 Wharfside StreetCharleston, SC 29401
Museum open 10am to 5pm (last entry 4:00 PM) Tuesday-Sunday. Closed Monday.
14 Wharfside Street — Charleston, SC 29401
May 20, 2024
We heard from new and experienced award-winning family history authors in this panel discussion. We dove into the rich and often challenging journey of exploring family ancestry through storytelling.
The authors shared their personal discoveries, highlighting surprising revelations and historical connections found in their family histories. They discussed the challenges faced in research, from accessing scarce records to navigating cultural differences. The panel also offered insights into storytelling techniques, balancing factual accuracy with narrative engagement, and addressed the emotional impact of uncovering one’s roots.
The panel’s experienced authors provided practical advice for aspiring writers and discussed ethical considerations in narrating real-life family stories.
Panelist: Darius Brown, Donya Williams & Bernice Bennett.
Books by Bernice Bennett: https://tinyurl.com/CFHBennett
Books by Donya Williams: https://tinyurl.com/CFHWilliams
Books by Darius Brown: https://tinyurl.com/CFHBrown
Books by Brian Sheffey: https://tinyurl.com/CFHSheffey
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