“We Are Washingtonians Too” An introduction to our newest project by Executive Director Toni Ford By 1970 DC’s population was more than 70% African-American and Chocolate City really existed. A significant population increase was stimulated by the social, political and economic environment of the times. The 60s were characterized as the “Great Society”. Segregation was […]
WE ARE WASHINGTONIANS TOO! 1960 – 1970 – 1980 CHOCOLATE CITY Washington, DC was 70 percent African American by 1970. No voting rights. No home rule. Why Did Blacks come to live in DC from all around the country? Common answers included DC’s “Good government jobs.”… Great Society seemed imminent, the Civil Rights Act, Voting Rights […]
“The multigenerational, multiracial Double Nickels Theatre Company produces performances in a style called “reminiscence theatre.” The genre helps to connect ages and cultures through older adults’ tales of their pivotal life points.” Antoinette Ford, Double Nickels’ founder and president, based the concept for the theatre company on her own upbringing in a close-knit family of […]
“[Ms. Ford] is an accomplished businesswoman who embodies the values of a liberal arts education, Ford has been an author, teacher, actor, musician, oceanographer, White House fellow and entrepreneur in her multi-faceted life.” Our Founder and President, Antoinette Ford, will receive an Honor Doctor of Laws degree from her Alma Mater, Chestnut Hill College. The […]
