(
Franklin , Tenn. ) ---- February 9, 2010 ---In honor
of Black History Month, the Battle of Franklin Trust
Board of Directors Chairman Marianne Schroer announced
today the Trust will host “Living History” Saturday,
February 27 th and Sunday, February 28 th.
The
public is invited to attend a lecture at 1:00 p.m.
on Saturday at Carnton Plantation and at 1:00 p.m.
Sunday at the Carter House, which involves a performance
of Slave Spirituals and discussion of their origins
led by Dr. Naima Tonya Johnston who utilizes her
artistic gifts to educate, entertain and encourage
audiences across the nation.
The
founder of Broken Box Ministries, Dr. Johnston works
with emerging Christian artists in assisting them
in the development of their music ministries. She
has written and produced her independent debut album
entitled Everything and is currently working
on her second CD, This Place, slated for
release later this year.
Dr.
Johnston is also author of several books including “Called
to Sing: 13 Mistakes To Avoid When Starting In Music
Ministry,” and “Dr. Nay’s Dream
Development Guide.”
In
addition, at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday Carnton Plantation
will host actor and theatre teacher Bakari King who
will give a glimpse into slave life. His presentation
will be made in the slave quarters at Carnton and
he will sing spirituals and be available for questions
following his performance.
In
making the announcement, Schroer said, “We
are honored to have Dr. Johnston and Bakari King
join us as we celebrate Black History Month at both
Carnton Plantation and The Carter House. It’s
an ideal way to educate and reflect on our history
and the role played by African Americans during the
Battle of Franklin and throughout the Civil War.”
The
public is invited to these free events. Additional
programs may be added to the Living History experience,
so please visit www.battleoffranklintrust.org for
additional information or call (615) 794-0903 or
(615) 791-1861.
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