Join us on Friday, April 25, 2025 at 4:30 p.m. for the14th Annual Dred Scott Reconciliation Forum – Two iconic freedom fighters’ descendants will be presenting “Two Historic Roads to Freedom” – Dr. Bryan Moore (Nat Turner’s great-great grandson) and Lynne Jackson (Dred Scott’s great-great granddaughter) will share the inside stories and answer puzzling questions about their ancestors who were neighbors in Southampton, VA. Peeling back the complex layers of their ancestor’s stories that marked our history for perpetuity and what they are doing today in response to reconciling the hurts – Marshfield Assembly of God (1538 W. Washington, Marshfield, Missouri.)
Dr. Bryan Moore, Nat Turner’s great-great grandsonLynne M. Jackson Dred Scott’s great-great granddaughter
After being closed for 5 years, the Old Courthouse in St. Louis will celebrate its long-awaited Grand Reopening on Saturday, May 3 at 10:00 a.m. with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Along with totally revised galleries on the first floor and an expanded and beautifully attired new book store and gift shop, there is now an elevator to the second floor.
The building is now telling more of the stories of the history of the cases, uses, purpose and construction of the edifice.
Mock trails will continue to be held on the first floor’s new courtroom as well as in the refurbished original courtrooms upstairs.
Dred and Harriet Scott have a new gallery dedicated to the legacy of the impact of their story.
Special guests will join the occasion that day.
Cbabi Bayoc is the designer of the festival’s theme.
Across from the Scott’s room is the Pathways to Freedom gallery that explores African-American life in St. Louis, etc.
The festival will take place in Kiener Plaza until 3 p.m. The courthouse will be open for visitors throughout the day until its closings at 5 pm. The public is invited.
Lynne M. Jackson will be the plenary speaker on Monday, April 14th at the U.S. Magistrate Judges’ National Workshop – April 14-16, 2025, Hilton Ballpark, St. Louis Missouri. Lynne M. Jackson will be the plenary speaker on Monday, April 14th. This event is not open to the public.
The Civil War Roundtable of D.C. and President Lincoln’s Cottage have partnered to welcome Lynne Jackson, President and Founder of the Dred Scott Heritage Foundation and the great, great granddaughter of Dred Scott.
Mrs. Jackson will give a presentation on Dred and Harriet Scott’s 11-year legal battle for freedom and the work of the foundation to promote commemoration, education and reconciliation in today’s fractured environment.
M1 Bank’s new world headquarters opened in Clayton, MO in September 2024. Ken Poteet and his wife Stephanie Bahn-Poteet started M1 Bank in 2017 as The Power of Mission and Purpose. Dred Scott was selected along with five other non-profits for support this year. Donations designated by attendees through the Giving Grove were given to the organizations by M1 Bank.
We are extremely grateful for this relationship and the faith and purpose in the hearts of this couple to reach out to the community in this way. Many thanks to Ken and Stephanie!
Challenging History Virtual Programs – Free (Registration is required) – Register Here!
February 12-Commerce Bank Black History Month Presents the History of Dred Scott-Lynne Jackson Presenting (not open to the public)
February 15-National Association of University Women (NAUM) North Shore IL Branch 30th Annual African American Educators Luncheon-Lynne Jackson Keynote Speaker
This is a presentation by friend of DSHF, JNPA board member and Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner Law Firm Partner, Ben Clark, whose father wrote the Man of the Year article on Dr. King for Time Magazine. Location: Kirkwood Performing Arts Center. This live event is free.
February 21-MCSS Annual Convention-Lynne Jackson, Brent Trout, Jody Sowell-Keynote Speakers
Great-great granddaughter of Celia Newsom, Pamela Westbrooks-Hodge, secured a pardon from Missouri Governor Mike Parson upon leaving office on Dec 20, 2024.
On November 16, 2024 This fascinating bus tour of the St. Louis area will visit and visually explore many locations and memorials that connect to and honor the person and cause of Dred Scott’s struggle for freedom. You will be surprised and delighted by the hidden gems around the St. Louis area that exist to recognize the significance of the man and his story. Lessor known art, sculpture and honors exist all around us; some which you may pass by everyday unaware.
This exciting and surprising tour will be narrated by a Dred Scott descendant. The price of $112.00 includes: free parking at the starting site; modern bus with facilities, day long tour with many surprises, lunch at the iconic Blueberry Hill (lunch on your own), information on national locations where Dred Scott is heralded and honored, games, souvenirs, and photo ops. This fast paced tour has delighted young and old. If you’ve toured with us before come see whats new!
Early Bird Registration of $97 until November 3rd! Promo Code: EARLYBIRD
Established in 1956 on Washington Blvd and Jefferson Avenue. Initially, Black citizens could bank there, but not work there. Protests were organized by prominent Black citizens (Aug 1963 – Mar 1964): Led by William “Bill” Clay and supported by business, religious, and civic leaders (CORE).
Results of protests: Reversal of discriminatory employment policy and other corporations followed suit.
Key dates: 1976: Bank moved to 2301 Market Street 2022: Sold to First Midbank and Trust 2024: Available for acquisition by Dred Scott Heritage Foundation
Significance of location: It is in direct line with Old Courthouse, Dred and Harriet Scott Statue, and the Arch. There is a clear view of the Civil Court building (location of the new Freedom Suits Memorial where Dred and Harriet are listed) and the Carnahan Federal Court building.
Potential future: Dred Scott International Center (Foundation’s eighth legacy project. The previous seven are shown here.)
We are inviting all who see this vision to help us make this a reality by:
1. Spreading the word 2. Making a generous donation 3. Referring someone to us who would be interested in supporting this mission also
Currently, donations can be made via paypal or mail your donation to DSHF PO Box 705, Florissant, MO 63032
This facility offers numerous opportunities for community engagement and historical preservation:
Legacy Home: For DSHF and American History Museum exhibits
Official Home: For “DS Presents: Sons and Daughters of Reconciliation”
Educational Facilities: Classrooms for youth, family, and mentoring programs
Reading Program: “Reading: A Civil Right” – A three-part program since 2020
Event Space: Available for rentals and meetings
Community Programs: Host for various projects and initiatives
Business Incubator: Space for small businesses, gift shop, and book store
Media Productions: Space for theatrical presentations (DS Theatre Troupe), video and audio productions, podcasts, etc.
Space for joint programs with our collaborators
A genealogy kiosk for family research
A new website dedicated to this project with more information is coming soon. For further information or to contribute, please contact us at: P. O. Box 705 Florissant, MO 63032-0705 www.dredscottlives.org [email protected] Lynne M. Jackson, Descendant, President & Founder 314-532-5613
We are inviting all who see this vision to help us make this a reality by:
1. Spreading the word 2. Making a generous donation 3. Referring someone to us who would be interested in supporting this mission also
Currently, donations can be made via paypal or mail your donation to DSHF PO Box 705, Florissant, MO 63032
166 YEARS AGO ON SEPTEMBER 17, 1858 DRED SCOTT DIED ON WHAT IS CONSTITUTION DAY
In honor of his life and passing, the DSHF created a special commemorative pocket sized constitution booklet in 2023. This handsome keepsake has a black leatherette cover with gold leaf lettering. Because of the Dred Scott Decision of 1857, we have the 13th, 14th and 15th Amendments, often called the Reconstruction Amendments, the Civil Rights Amendments and sometimes called the Dred Scott Amendments.
SHARE THIS IMPORTANT DOCUMENT WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS, NOT ONLY AS A KEEPSAKE BUT TO SHARE THE HISTORICAL BACKGROUND OF OUR NATIONAL LEGAL DOCUMENT.
READ FOR YOURSELVES WHAT THIS LONGEST ENDURING (237 YEARS OLD) CONSTITUTION HAS TO SAY.
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