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Roots & Resilience: My Ancestors’ Story

"Roots & Resilience: My Ancestors’ Story" is a powerful journey through genealogy, local history and the enduring legacy of African American families in Northern Kentucky.

"Roots & Resilience: My Ancestors’ Story" is a powerful journey through genealogy, local history and the enduring legacy of African American families in Northern Kentucky. Through personal family discoveries, historical records and research connected to Northern Kentucky, Public Historian & Genealogist Cordel George shares how tracing his ancestors from enslavement in Kentucky uncovered stories of survival, community and perseverance across generations. This presentation explores the emotional and historical connections between family history, the Underground Railroad and the broader African American experience in Northern Kentucky and the Cincinnati region.

About the Presenter

Cordel George Jr., M.A., is a public historian, museum professional and civic leader based in Greater Cincinnati. He serves as Manager of Volunteer and Intern Services at the Cincinnati Museum Center and is an adjunct professor of history at Northern Kentucky University, where he teaches American history with a focus on Black studies, genealogy and local history. His research has included work with the National Park Service Network to Freedom Project and the development of exhibits highlighting underrepresented narratives. As both a historian and City Council member, Cordel is committed to fostering dialogue across communities and exploring how shared histories shape our collective American story.

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