African American teachers -- West Virginia

Scope and Contents This collection documents the research, public service, and life of Ancella Bickley, writer, educator, speaker, and historian. Includes writings, research materials, and more, focusing on the history of African Americans in West Virginia and the black experience in West Virginia. Collected research materials are predominantly facsimiles. Printed formats include correspondence, clippings, interview transcripts, typescript writings, publications, pamphlets, ephemera, speeches, articles,...

Overview Miscellaneous memorabilia regarding Grace Edwards Waters, an African-American teacher in Monongalia County (1929-1967), West Virginia, including her West Virginia University diploma and the commencement program. Also includes material regarding the dedication of West Virginia University Libraries' Africana Collection in 1995, several plaques and certificates highlighting her accomplishments and honors achieved, as well as a few books on African-American history and the Christian faith....