I believe history is not just about preserving the past, but about shaping a more honest and inclusive present. My work combines rigorous archival research with a commitment to storytelling that connects ancestral knowledge across cultures, generations, and communities.
In my work, I bring together archival expertise, curatorial vision, and a passion for inclusive storytelling. My goal is simple: to help institutions unveil the past in ways that empower the present and shape the future.
My Expertise
Historical Research & Archival Work: I dive deep into archives to recover overlooked voices and illuminate histories of resilience and survival.
Exhibition & Program Development: I collaborate with cultural institutions to design exhibitions and programs that bring history vividly to life.
Curatorial Consulting: I advise on collections and interpretation, ensuring accuracy, representation, and depth in how stories are told.
Inclusive Interpretation: I weave African American, Cape Verdean, and Native New England experiences into broader narratives, expanding public understanding of the nation’s past.
The Value I Bring
Accuracy & Integrity: Grounded in years of scholarly research, I ensure historical precision.
Dynamic Storytelling: I craft narratives that move beyond facts, engaging audiences emotionally and intellectually.
Inclusive Representation: My work prioritizes voices historically left out of mainstream accounts, bringing depth and balance.
Credibility & Visibility: As a historian and Dean, my scholarship adds authority that strengthens an institution’s reputation for inclusivity and rigor.
About My Path
I earned my B.A. in Africana Studies and History at the University of Massachusetts, Boston, followed by M.A. and Ph.D. degrees in United States History from the University of South Carolina, Columbia. My scholarship has been published in The History Teacher and the North Carolina Historical Review, and I consult nationally, including as a Lead Scholar at Mount Vernon and as a consultant for its new Washington exhibit opening in 2026.
