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Today in Black Fashion History: Elizabeth Hobbs Keckley (1818-1907)

Posted on February 6, 2018 by alexandraagreen

Elizabeth Hobbs Keckley was born into slavery in 1818 in Virginia. As a talented dressmaker, Keckley gained a powerful network of supporters and was eventually able to buy her freedom from her St. Louis owners for $1200 (more than $30K … Continue reading →

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Celebrating Black History through Fashion

Posted on February 1, 2018 by alexandraagreen

Happy Black History Month! *Note from Morgan – Alex is a friend of DCFunemployment who is going to take on us a journey this black history month through fashion!! She will be popping in a few times this month to … Continue reading →

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