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Oral History Archives.

Explore JRL Scholars, Fellows & Leaders oral history projects interviewing Civil Rights activists, teachers, family members, and changemakers across disciplines.

Cheryl Johnson: 36th Clerk of the U.S. House of Representatives
Cheryl Johnson: 36th Clerk of the U.S. House of RepresentativesOral History Project

Cheryl Johnson: 36th Clerk of the U.S. House of Representatives

An Oral History Project Conducted by John Robert Lewis Leader Jamal Edwards Project Description My oral history interview with Cheryl Johnson, former Clerk of the…
July 10, 2025
Ben’s Chili Bowl: A Haven for Activists and Dreamers
Ben’s Chili Bowl: A Haven for Activists and DreamersOral History Project

Ben’s Chili Bowl: A Haven for Activists and Dreamers

An Oral History Project Conducted by John Robert Lewis Leader Amanda Holder Jolly Project Description My oral history project explores how food and activism intersect…
June 30, 2025
The Life of Dr. G.B. Singh
The Life of Dr. G.B. SinghOral History Project

The Life of Dr. G.B. Singh

An Oral History Project Conducted by John Robert Lewis Fellow Serene Singh Project Description My oral history project focuses on the life of Dr. G.B.…
June 28, 2025
An Interview with Margaret Micolichek
An Interview with Margaret MicolichekOral History Project

An Interview with Margaret Micolichek

An Oral History Project Conducted by John Robert Lewis Fellow Ursa Beckford Project Description Margaret Micolichek, advocate for social change and restorative justice, grew up…
June 24, 2025
”No Grand Plan”: The Epiphany After the Exodus
”No Grand Plan”: The Epiphany After the ExodusOral History Project

”No Grand Plan”: The Epiphany After the Exodus

An Oral History Project Conducted by John Robert Lewis Fellow Michael Hernandez Project Description David Chase and his wife Kimberly Rachal did not stumble upon…
June 24, 2025
An Interview with Jerjuan Howard of the Umoja Debate League
An Interview with Jerjuan Howard of the Umoja Debate LeagueOral History Project

An Interview with Jerjuan Howard of the Umoja Debate League

An Oral History Project Conducted by John Robert Lewis Leader Andrea Addrow-Pierson Project Description Ms. Andrea Addrow-Pierson interviews Mr. Jerjuan Howard of Umoja Debate League.…
June 23, 2025
Radical Witness, Revolutionary Grace: Rev. Johnson’s Gospel of Justice
Radical Witness, Revolutionary Grace: Rev. Johnson’s Gospel of JusticeOral History Project

Radical Witness, Revolutionary Grace: Rev. Johnson’s Gospel of Justice

An Oral History Project Conducted by John Robert Lewis Scholar Kyla Holton Project Description This oral history project honors the life and legacy of Rev.…
June 23, 2025
Roberta Dawson’s Story as a 16-Year-Old Living in Selma in 1965: We Lit the Fire
Roberta Dawson’s Story as a 16-Year-Old Living in Selma in 1965: We Lit the FireOral History Project

Roberta Dawson’s Story as a 16-Year-Old Living in Selma in 1965: We Lit the Fire

An Oral History Project Conducted by John Robert Lewis Leader Tarolyn Carlton Project Description For my project I interviewed my aunt, Roberta Dawson. In 1965,…
June 22, 2025
Carlos Guillermo Wilson: The Power of Education
Carlos Guillermo Wilson: The Power of EducationOral History Project

Carlos Guillermo Wilson: The Power of Education

An Oral History Project Conducted by John Robert Lewis Leader Carlos Wilson Project Description I spoke with my mom about the life and sacrifices of…
June 19, 2025

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