Project Details
“Stories of the Great Migration” is a digital hub that shares the stories of Black southern migrants who came to Boston and worked at the Charlestown Navy Yard, a site of Boston National Historical Park. This hub provides an introductory article and includes three story maps that demonstrate these individuals’ connection to the Yard.
These story maps also highlight the complexity of Black migrants' lives beyond their work at Charlestown Navy Yard. Visitors will learn how these migrants traveled great distances, worked in multiple jobs, stood up against injustice, and served their communities.
Subjects or Themes
African American; African American history; Great Migration; Charlestown Navy Yard (Boston, Mass.); Charlestown Navy Yard (Mass.)--History; World War II (1939-1945); Shipbuilding; Defense industry; Community activists--Massachusetts--Boston—History; Community life-- Massachusetts--Boston—History; National Park Service (U.S.)
Project Language(s)
English
Time Period
Geographic Location
Project Categories
Content Type
Articles, storymapping
Target Audience(s)
Creators
Ryan McNabb, Park Ranger
Gabby Hornbeck, Park Guide
Polly Kienle, Park Guide
Eric Hanson Plass, Park Ranger