Closing Session: Preserving History and Historic Communities and Promoting Environmental Sustainability in Louisiana - Virtual Summit

Includes a Live Web Event on 01/29/2025 at 4:00 PM (EST)

Only available as part of a package

The banks of the Mississippi River between New Orleans and Baton Rouge, Louisiana, is home to a historic Black community, many of whom are descendants of those who were enslaved on the plantations that once lined the river. Today, this stretch of the river is known as “Cancer Alley” due to the high rates of disease linked to the petrochemical industry that has replaced the plantations. To close the summit, hear how those who call this area home are working to maintain their communities, fight for a healthier environment, and maintain a history of local and national significance.

Moderated by Mari Carpenter, John & Neville Bryan Senior Director of Museum Collections, The National Trust for Historic Preservation

Panelists:

Joy Banner, Ph.D., Co-founder and Co-Director, The Descendants Project, Wallace, Louisiana

The Louisiana Bucket Brigade, New Orleans, Louisiana

Ashley Rogers, Executive Director, Whitney Plantation, Edgard, Louisiana

How to Register for this Event

Cancellation/Refunds for onsite workshops must be submitted in writing via email to learn@aaslh.org or mail to 2021 21st Ave S., Suite 320 Nashville, TN 37212. Cancellations made prior to the early-bird registration deadline date will receive a full refund. Cancellations made between the early-bird deadline date and eight days prior to the workshop will be subject to a $55 processing/materials charge. No refunds will be given within seven days of the workshop date. AASLH is not responsible for cancellations that were mailed or emailed but never received.

Cancellations/Refunds for online professional development (webinars and online courses) must be submitted in writing via email to learn@aaslh.org or mail to 2021 21st Ave S., Suite 320 Nashville, TN 37212. Cancellations made prior to the start date for the online course or the day of the webinar will be given a full refund. No refund will be given after the start date for the online course or on/after the day of the webinar. Registrants may transfer their registration to another person. Registrations cannot be transferred between courses or course sessions. AASLH is not responsible for cancellations that were mailed or emailed but never received.

If you have any questions, please contact AASLH Professional Development staff at learn@aaslh.org or 615-320-3203.

Mari Carpenter (Moderator)

John & Neville Bryan Senior Director of Museum Collections

The National Trust for Historic Preservation

Marian Carpenter has experience in heritage preservation with emphasis in collections management, exhibition development, curation, community outreach, historic research, and interpretative programming. As a public historian, she enjoys building relationships with community historians, local museums, and churches to connect the importance of object preservation with the documentation of oral histories. Carpenter is interested in inclusive storytelling and learning about shared histories. She is also doing research on the emotional trauma associated with historic sites and cultural collections that represent African American, Asian American, and Indigenous communities.