Discover the powerful story of Durkeeville, one of Jacksonville’s most historic African American communities—a neighborhood built through resilience, unity, and determination. In Episode 7 of Culture Keepers of Florida by FAAHPN, host Jayvon Adams joins Lloyd Washington of the Durkeeville Historical Society to explore the neighborhood’s remarkable history, the former Durkeeville Museum, and the community leaders working to preserve its legacy.

The journey also visits Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing Park, honoring Jacksonville natives James Weldon Johnson and John Rosamond Johnson and the anthem that inspired generations. The journey continues with an exciting tour of the newly renovated John P. Small Baseball and Hank Aaron Field, unveiling the conversion what was once an under-the-stands concession stand to a breathtaking Negro League Museum. Durkeeville: The Neighborhood That Refused to Be Forgotten is a moving celebration of the people, places, and memories that keep this historic community alive. Watch. Listen. Learn.

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ANGEL OF MERCY | The Extraordinary Legacy of Eartha M.M. White & the Clara White Mission What if one woman decided that feeding the hungry wasn't enough—that she would also house the homeless, care for mothers and children, create jobs, help veterans, serve seniors and build institutions that would continue her work for generations?

In this inspiring episode of Culture Keepers of Florida by FAAHPN, we travel to Jacksonville, Florida, to discover the remarkable life of Dr. Eartha Mary Magdalene White, the humanitarian, entrepreneur and community leader known as Jacksonville's “Angel of Mercy.” Step inside the Eartha M.M. White Historical Museum and discover how White transformed compassion into action through programs addressing hunger, homelessness, healthcare, employment, maternal and child welfare, veterans and senior citizens. Then see how her vision lives on through the Clara White Mission, which continues serving Jacksonville through food assistance, vocational training, community programs and housing initiatives. One woman. One extraordinary vision. More than a century of service.

Discover the woman who didn't simply see problems in her community—she built solutions. ------- Leave your thoughts in the comments below and share this episode with your community.

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🔔 Stay tuned for next week’s episode as we continue uncovering untold stories rooted in culture, resilience, heritage, and community impact. More powerful journeys through history are coming soon!

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Director & Producer: Denise Powell

Narrator: Brianna Williams

Editor: Rob Madden

Produced by G.I.F.T. and DP Global Media

For GIFT TV and FAAHPN

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The Soundtrack of Liberation EP. 5 | Culture Keepers of FAAHPN Podcast

What role does music play in the pursuit of freedom, and how do the rhythms of the past continue to inspire our fight for liberation today?

🎵 THE SOUNDTRACK OF LIBERATION Episode 5: The Songs, Rhythms, and Voices of Resistance In Episode 5 of the Culture Keepers of FAAHPN Podcast, we dive deep into the powerful history of music as a vital tool for survival, resistance, and communication.

From sacred spirituals that carried coded escape routes to the revolutionary anthems that fueled the Civil Rights Movement, music has always been the heartbeat of African American resilience and liberation in Florida and across the nation. Join us as we explore how these historical sounds shaped our heritage, preserved our stories, and continue to serve as a modern-day soundtrack for justice and cultural preservation.

::::::: OPEN TO VIEW MORE ::::::: 📌 What You’ll Discover in This Episode: The Power of Coded Songs: How traditional spirituals served as maps and messages on the journey to freedom. Florida’s Musical Heritage: The unique local songs and oral traditions that preserved Black history across generations. From the Past to the Present: How freedom songs lay the groundwork for modern musical genres and ongoing social movements. ---

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