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Outlaw presents traveling exhibit to middle schoolers

By October 29, 2014Uncategorized
Dr. Henry Outlaw

Dr. Henry Outlaw, with the Delta Center for Culture and Learning, recently presented his research on the Emmett Till case to three ninth grade classes at Southaven Middle School.

Outlaw discussed his research during the 50th anniversary of the Chicago youth’s death and in light of the ninth grade students studying the Civil Rights Movement.

In addition to aiding the students, Outlaw’s research also formed the basis of Delta State’s traveling exhibit on the Emmett Till case.

The original exhibit was sponsored by the Mississippi Humanities Council and was developed from an oral history project Outlaw conducted.

With the popularity of the original project, the traveling exhibit was developed by Delta State graphic designer Laura Walker and Delta State archivist Emily Jones, with editorial assistance from Outlaw.

The Delta Center  serves as the managing entity of the Mississippi Delta National Heritage Area. Those interested in learning more about the MDNHA, visit http://www.msdeltaheritage.com/. Learn more about the Delta Center at www.deltacenterforcultureandlearning.com or call at 662-846-4311.