Historian Kristian Blake

(August 17, 2021) The Rotary Club of Snow Hill was honored to have Kristian Blake, Historian for the African American Heritage Society of Snow Hill & Surrounding Areas, address our meeting this week. His presentation focused on the importance of including the historical experiences of African Americans in all levels of education.

Kristian was born and raised in Snow Hill. After graduating from Snow Hill High School, he pursued his passion for history at Howard Community College and Bowie State University where he majored in history.

Pictured here are Kristian with Club President TJ Myers.

The African American Heritage Society of Snow Hill and the Surrounding Areas was founded in Snow Hill in July 2020 to advocate for the preservation of African American history and culture. Learn more about the organization on their Facebook page at facebook.com/SnowHillAAHS.