Communicating Hard Truths with Greenwood Rising

Join Dr. Raymond Doswell, Executive Director of Greenwood Rising for a conversation about communicating complex and difficult topics to diverse audiences.

Drawing from Greenwood Rising’s work educating the public about the full Black Wall Street story, including its economic power, cultural legacy, and the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, Dr. Doswell will discuss how the organization approaches messaging across varied audiences, including schools, corporations, public agencies, and community partners. The presentation will explore how to connect people to local stories and communicate hard truths without avoidance. Attendees will gain insight into how Greenwood Rising navigates audience needs while remaining grounded in history.

Raymond Doswell, Ed.D.

Dr. Raymond Doswell is a seasoned public historian, educator, and museum executive with close to 30 years of experience. He has worked collaboratively with regional and national entities such as museums, filmmakers, governmental organizations, public museums, manufacturers, colleges and schools, advising and directing projects on history and culture. This work includes managing and advising the development of permanent and traveling history exhibitions. He has also traveled extensively as a public speaker on topics of African American history. Doswell served as Vice-President of Curatorial services at the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, where he managed exhibitions, archives, and educational programs, from 1995-2022. He was appointed Executive Director of the Greenwood Rising Black Wall Street History Center in January 2023.

Tickets

$30.00 Member Ticket - Lunch Provided

$40.00 Non-Member Ticket - Lunch Provided