African Burial Ground

Professor Mack’s presentation showed how he uncovered the lives of African Americans through their bone structure and dental structure. It was interesting to see how one could figure out what kind of life or line of work the African Americans did all based on how their teeth were shaped. I cannot really say how I will feel when visiting the burial ground in October, but I am definitely interested to personally experience the burial ground for myself. I think Howard University was chosen to study the remains because they are one of the top researching schools in the country. They also protested against building over the burial ground and were willing to help excavate the grounds but not exploit them. Howard’s involvement in the project inspires me to want to make a change. It encourages me to know that my voice can and will be heard. Howard University was eager to jump on board with the project because it was an opportunity to learn about our ancestors first hand. Howard dug up or roots and shared it with the community. Howard University took advantage of the burial ground as a learning experience to transform academic knowledge.