A History of African American Educators

In proud partnership with Sojourner Truth African Heritage Museum, the Sacramento History Museum has a special exhibit on display titled “A History of African American Educators.”  The culturally rich exhibit features two 19^th century teachers who prevailed against racial discrimination by breaking down discriminatory barriers to equal education. The exhibit provides a unique opportunity for visitors to experience what it may have felt like sitting in an early 20th century classroom, to discover the challenges of segregated schools, and to learn about the triumphs of educators such as Elizabeth Thorn Scott Flood and Sarah Mildred Jones who broke barriers to provide free public education to all ages and races. This limited-time exhibit is included with Museum admission.