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History Pub: Beatrice Cannady: Oregon’s Advocate for Social Change
Beatrice Morrow Cannady
Photo courtesy of Oregon Historical Society
Beatrice Morrow Cannady was one of Oregon’s most prominent social activists of the early 20th century and a leader within Portland’s early Black community. Through her legal actions, publishing, and social
networks, Cannady challenged hate and injustice across the state and pushed for racial equality.
Mariah Rocker is the public programs and exhibits manager at Oregon Black Pioneers. With a bachelor’s in public relations and sociology, Mariah’s passion for uncovering and sharing the stories of marginalized communities is evident in both her professional and personal pursuits. In her free time, Mariah channels the strength and resilience of historical icons through historical costuming and reenactment.
About Oregon Black Pioneers
Oregon Black Pioneers is the only historical society in Oregon dedicated to preserving and presenting the experiences of African Americans statewide. For more than 30 years, OBP has illuminated seldom-told stories of people of African descent in Oregon through engaging exhibits, public programs, publications, and historical research.
Doors open at 6:00 p.m., presentation at 7:00 p.m.