The Significance of Hush Harbors and the Black Church

Hush harbors, those secret places where enslaved African Americans gathered to worship, were powerful symbols of both spiritual and physical freedom. They were places where Black people could carve out a sense of agency and community, even in the face of overwhelming oppression. I think about how, even now, the spirit of hush harbors lives on in the hidden, sacred spaces we create in our communities, whether physical or virtual.

Keepsakes of Legacy

Preserving these old churches feels like more than just saving buildings; it’s about holding onto something deeper—something intangible but powerful. These spaces are keepsakes, not just of religious faith, but of resistance, survival, and cultural memory. They carry with them the stories of those who came before us, the souls who prayed, sang, and found hope within those walls.... (keep reading Keepsakes and Forts: The Black Church as a Pillar of Preservation and Protection)