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Rediscovering Black Columbia Through Richard Roberts | Charleston News
Discover a hidden treasure trove of over 5,000 powerful images captured by Richard Samuel Roberts, a Black photographer in Jim Crow-era Columbia, South Carolina. These rare photos reveal the vibrant, resilient lives of everyday Black families, professionals, and community leaders—offering a long-overlooked counter-narrative to history. Digitized by students and supported by Roberts’ family, the collection now invites the public to help identify faces and stories, turning forgotten moments into living legacies. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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