Sheila Arnold ~ Stories of the Underground Railroad

Description

Embark on a riveting journey through history with Master Storyteller Sheila Arnold's captivating program on the Underground Railroad. Through vivid tales and immersive narratives, Sheila brings to life the courage and resilience of those who sought freedom. Join her as she illuminates this pivotal chapter, inspiring reflection and understanding among audiences.

5:30pm Reception with light appetizers.

Sheila Arnold shares stories about local waterways that were part of the Underground Railroad. Most of the stories are from an 1870s book written by William Still, a Conductor for the Underground Railroad and Secretary of the Philadelphia Abolitionist Society. His book shares the stories of over 500 people who ran from slavery, including some who used the locks, canals and waterways to escape.

Sheila Arnold has been gifted by God with performance skills and has been using this talent since she was eight years old. She has been a full-time Storyteller for seventeen years traveling through the United States and sharing a variety of stories - “whatever fits in her mouth”, as well as doing Historic Character Presentations and Christian Monologues. At her core, Ms. Sheila, as she is commonly called, is a Professional Imaginator with a passion, vision and ministry of healing hearts, unifying communities and reminding people to share their stories.

Date & Time

Wed, Mar 27, 2024 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Venue Details

Florida Gulf Coast University Art Galleries, Wasmer Art Gallery, Arts Complex

10501 FGCU Boulevard South
Fort Myers, Florida 33965

FGCU Storytelling