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Contest: Place Yourself In History

Explore your perspective on civil rights history & experiment with media in an expressive way. We are here to help. Open to all Ages.

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I selected this image because it really caught my eye when searching for a photo. I have many friends from different backgrounds, races and cultures. A friendship that probably started right then and there because… (By Freddie of #TeenTigerTV)
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I picked this image because everyone thinks this happened a very long time ago, but the civil rights movement happened in the 1960’s and that was only 60 years ago. This image shows brave people that every one can … still be today. (By Tiff of #TeenTigerTV)
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When I was young a form of protest was drinking from a public water fountain. I never expected to still be in the fight decades later... (Adele)
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The image of two African American men raising their fists against the harsh black sky of 1968 is an iconic one, ...I selected this image because of the strong message it sends about allyship. (By Daniel Team Tiger 2021 Youth)
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This photo represents a pivotal moment in civil rights history, along with baseball history...Even though Robinson faced opposition on and off the field, he had those cheering him on and admiring him, ... (By Dave Team Tiger 2021 Youth)
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It is said that this march is a “prequel” of Martin Luther King Jr.’s assassination... I was interested in who these men were and actually hadn’t known the story previously to my discovery of the photograph... This photo showcases the braveness ...hope (By Ben Youth Leader (Summer '21))
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...In the photo, you get just a glimpse at the vast and diverse amount of people fighting for Civil Rights. Each person, authentic in their struggle, exude an overwhelming sense of community and mutual respect that they hope will transform a nation... (By Jackson Team Tiger 2021 Youth)
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...I would be a part of the Black Panthers and help them take over the capital to change how police act. I selected this image because it has a lasting impact on black empowerment, and its influence continues to be felt in such current social movements... (By Noah & Tim #TeenTigerTV)
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This photo represents the act of speaking out within a society riddled with discrimination and rejection of minorities. It shows basketball player and civil rights activist, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (then Lew Alcindor) speaking at a news conference. (By Zara #TeenTigerTV)
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How many symbols do you see in this photo? There is something refreshing about ... (By Artistic Director Josiah)

'Place Yourself In History' Image & Essay Contest: All Ages

Winner's Prize $100 Stop & Shop Card, Three others will receive Nicely Done Prizes (Choice of $25 Gift Card S&S, Dunkin, Dominios)

Required: Write and/or recorded a short Essay and create a Place Yourself in History Image. More info here: https://wpaa.tv/history_remix/

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Winners Announced on March 5th.

Sample images from our summer youth program.

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If inspired, drop-in on MLK Day between 2 & 5 PM to make your image and plan for your essay.
Our award-winning youth program mentor will help you record your essay and create your image.

If you want to do it privately and remotely, we will provide you access to WeVideo.
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