The Harriet Project
The Harriet Project is dedicated to empowering American Descendants of Slavery by providing tools, resources, and assistance to trace and connect with their ancestors. Through genealogical initiatives, this project bridges historical gaps, restores cultural identity, and establishes a profound understanding of familial histories.
The Harriet Project
When another man came to us, he knew only up to the third generation of his family. Through the Harriet Project, we helped move him back six generations to four of his formerly enslaved ancestors, restoring a family history that had been fragmented for more than 180 years.
When D’Juan came to The Harriet Project, he knew of a family story about how one of his enslaved ancestors escaped slavery after killing the man who enslaved her. Through hours of dedicated research by one of our volunteers, Mike Dowd, we were able to uncover a much fuller story of her life, her family, and the circumstances surrounding her escape, giving D’Juan a deeper understanding of his family’s history.
Office Hour is the essential next step for those who have completed their initial involvement with The Harriet Project. This dedicated session provides deeper guidance, helping participants refine their ancestral research and implement the tools they have acquired to secure their family legacies for generations to come.