'Poetry & Primary Sources': New Deal For Remaining Classes
OCTOBER 2026 CLASS SERIES
LIVE & INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP SERIES
Poetry & Primary Sources: Reading Black History Through Original Documents
Uncover the voices, resistance, and artistry etched into historic archives. Led by Keziah Ridgeay, this course invites students, educators, parents, and lifelong learners to examine authentic archival materials and respond through guided poetic reflection.
FULL COURSE ENROLLMENT DeAL
$120
Includes complete access to the remaining live interactive Zoom sessions, primary-source document packets, class recordings, and creative writing prompts.
UPCOMING CLASS FOCUS
Ona Judge & Her Quest For Freedom
“Examining the fugitive advertisement, personal accounts, and defiant self-emancipation of Ona Judge.”
Our next session centers on the life, courage, and escape of Ona Judge from the Washington household in Philadelphia. Together, we analyze 18th-century newspaper notices, legal records, and correspondence to understand how self-liberation transformed the narrative of American resistance.
COURSE EXPERIENCE
What You Will Receive
01. Live Zoom Sessions
Real-time collaborative analysis, scholar-led context, and dynamic group discussions exploring historical artifacts.
02. Primary-Source Packets
Curated digital portfolios of historical letters, a will, statues, and poetry ready for close study.
03. Creative Poetry Prompts
Structured creative writing exercises designed to process historical memory, resistance, and emotional resonance.
04. On-Demand Recordings
Lifetime access to class session replays, allowing students and educators to revisit source material at their own pace.
Designed for Learners, Educators & Families
Whether you are an educator seeking primary documents for your curriculum, a student deepening your historical understanding, or a lifelong learner passionate about Black history, this interactive series offers a transformative educational space.
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