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 Marian Cheek Jackson

Marian Cheek Jackson

Mrs. Marian Cheek Jackson was the historian for St. Joseph CME Church and is the namesake of the Marian Cheek Jackson Center. Mrs. Jackson was the inspiration for the center due to the interviews she took part in to teach the history of Northside. Her father and grandfather are both historically…

 Marches walk in the Durham-Chapel Hill Walk for Freedom

Marchers walk in freezing rain from Durham to Chapel Hill on January 12, 1964, in support of a pending local public accommodations ordinance.

 Marchers walk in freezing rain from Durham to Chapel Hill on January 12, 1964

Marchers walk in freezing rain from Durham to Chapel Hill on January 12, 1964, in support of a pending local public accommodations ordinance.

 Marchers sing freedom songs to convey their message, elevate their spirits, and boost their collective courage.

The man with his head turned to the side is Calvin Farrington. Carol Brown is standing on the left clapping, wearing a light colored collared top. Next to her is Emma Gene Davis, wearing a printed dress. Maxine Mason is on the far right.

 Marchers protesting segregated facilities.

Marchers protesting segregated facilities stop in front of Clarence's Bar and Grill, while owner Clarence Grey and patrons of the restaurant gather at the front door to watch.

 Marchers on Franklin Street protest at segregated Colonial Drug

Marchers on Franklin Street protest at segregated Colonial Drug.

 March leaders at St. Joseph CME Church

March leaders address participants in front of St. Joseph CME Church, a renowned headquarters for action and santuary for leaders.From left to right, standing on the steps of St. Joseph’s is: Charlie Foushee, John Fykes, Clementine Self, Carl Watson, Terry Cobb, and Thomas Bynum. Hilliard Caldwell’s…

Map of Pritchard's Field

 Man carried away by police at a protest

A UNC student is carried away during a protest.

 Mama Kat on how to make her amazing pound cake

 Mama Kat and Terry Carver

 Mama Kat and Linda Carver

 Mama Kat (Katherine Council) and Nettye Burnette

 Mama Dip's Kitchen Menus Through the Years

Opening in 1976, Mama Dip's Kitchen is a Chapel Hill institution. Scroll through to see different versions of the menu through the years. Photos courtesy of Anita Spring Council

Mama Dip's Kitchen

Mama Dip's Kitchen is a full service restaurant serving traditional southern food since 1976. The restaurant was founded my Mildred "Mama Dip" Council who had previously cooked at Bill's Bar-B-Que, which was owned by her husband's family. She trained all of her children in all aspects of operating…

 Mama Dip's Catering at A Tasteful Affair

Mama Dip's Kitchen participated in the Ronald McDonald House of Chapel Hill's event, A Tasteful Affair. Mildred "Mama Dip" Council served food from her restaurant during the tasting event. Photos courtesy of Anita Spring Council

 Mama Dip Speaks

 Makla Thompson - On growing up in Carrboro and her family

This interview touches on childhood stories from Makla Thompson. Makla talks about her mother, grandmother, and the importance of family. She reflects on growing up in Carrboro, where her grandmother was active in the community as a kind woman, caring for those who could not care for themselves. She…

Makla Thompson

 Makla at Youth Cypher

 Major Geer

 Major Geer

 Maggie West Listening