Davenport researched Getting Word while a Robert H. Smith Fellow at the International Center for Jefferson Studies in July 2017, and recently served as an adjunct professor of African American Art History at Fairfield University. That's why I'm at Monticello. Why Movieland says you have to be 17 to attend a movie after 7:30 p.m. A womans search for love leads to a string of bad relationships and drug addiction. Please switch to a supported browser or download one of our Mobile Apps. Her curiosity about how her Black family could be related to Jefferson drove her to study her familys genealogy. Trade PB. Send a prayer request now, or call 18007007000. That's my job. And she decided to challenge the guests at the table with her own lineage. Skip to main content. Download the free myCBN app. 01/10/2023. Gayle Jessup White of Henrico County, a descendant of the Jefferson and Hemings families, and the PR and community engagement officer at Monticello, stands on Mulberry Row, the home's main. She is not only a direct Jefferson descendant, but is related to two well-documented families enslaved at Monticello the Hemingses and the Hubbards. So the point here is to acknowledge that these families were entangled. She grew up hearing the lore that her family is descended from our countrys third president, Thomas Jefferson. What makes the Justices so elite? The authoritative record of NPRs programming is the audio record. Aunt Peachie was given to old wives tales, but the one thing that my sister believed that she said repeatedly was that you're descended from Thomas Jefferson, she would say. Her American roots are in Virginia going back to the Jamestown settlement, and in Maryland. A Black descendent of Thomas Jefferson and employee at Monticello, author Gayle Jessup White examined the legacies of her ancestors and the current racial. BISAC1 : BISAC2 : BISAC3 : DESK & EXAM Hardcover Audrey Edwards, author of American Runaway: Black and Free in Paris in the Trump Years, "Thanks to Gayle Jessup White who sometimes feels 'battle scarred after another day spent fighting for equal recognitionof Black Historythat for many is an afterthought.' us in learning more about White House History right from your own home. Are you an author? Open VISIONS Forum: Gayle Jessup White and Andrew M. Davenport MA'17 A Report from Monticello: Restoring African American Narratives to Thomas Jeffersons Plantation", Date: Wednesday, February 12, 2020 I needed to know that to feel whole. The man's famil. We have the documentary evidence because every time Jefferson returned home from being in Washington during his administration as president, Sally Hemings would have a baby nine months later. I didnt have an epiphany. The other thing that's really become interesting to me is that it wasn't just Jefferson and Sally Hemings that had relations. It started when she was a young girl growing up in 1970s Washington D.C. At the time Jefferson was my favorite president because he'd written the Declaration, and I believed and still believe in the principles put forth in that document, says Gayle. Journalist Gayle Jessup White and historian Andrew M. Davenport MA17, cousins and descendants of families enslaved by Founding Father and third U.S. President Thomas Jefferson, will present A Report from Monticello: Restoring African American Narratives to Thomas Jeffersons Plantation," in a discussion to be moderated by Professor Philip Eliasoph, PhD, OVF founder and director. Join She has traced her ancestry to Jefferson and two families that were enslaved at his estate, Monticello. Please check your information and try again or call us at 1-800-759-0700. Gayle Jessup White is a third generation Washingtonian whose lineage extends as far back as the indigenous people who inhabited the Chesapeake area before the arrival of Europeans. Digital Audiobook Unabridged What was the breakthrough in public acceptance of the fact that Thomas Jefferson - and now we're finding out that any number of Founding Fathers also had Black families. It was reported in the Richmond newspaper that Jefferson had relations with an enslaved woman, Dusky Sally, she was called. policy. Visit Author Central to update your books, profile picture, and biography. White is related to both families. Whites relentless pursuit of her family lore led her to a fellowship at the International Center for Jefferson Studies and, ultimately, as Monticellos first community engagement officer. 1 ranking in country. They were strong. EPUB Those of us who are not black can never fully experience the impact of systemic racism. Charlayne Hunter Gault, Armed with her newfound familial truth, the author . Gayle taught journalism at VCU and created training programs for at-risk young adults. And she heard it from her over and over and over again for the 20 years she lived with our family. You have permission to edit this article. They survived. Unlike previous guides, this one took an interest in Gayles story, and connected her with Monticello historian, Cinder Stanton. as a Jefferson descendant. from Well, this would have been taboo back in the 1960s and early '70s. Plus, two long lost cousins A woman prays to her Hindu gods for healing, but gets no response. 69-year-old suffers stroke in his N.C. home; Realtor showing house leaves him there. Gayle Jessup White began her career at The New York Times and was an award-winning TV reporter before becoming Monticello's first community engagement officer in 2016. Get more than a Sunday sermon. White and Davenports illustrated presentation will deepen our understanding of U.S. history, and will serve as a model for all those curious and courageous enough to examine their own personal histories. Living the Christian life is a journey. It was in 2016 that Gayle came on-staff at Monticello, educating the public about the legacy the good and the bad of one of Americas Founding Fathers. Reclamation with Gayle Jessup White - White House Historical Association Explore the Initiative A Tour of the White House America's Most Famous House Music in the White House A Lyrical History of the American Presidency and People A Reflection of Culture, Values, and Achievements The White House Behind the Scenes She has written and spoken extensively about her work at Monticello and currently lives in Virginia. Join us in learning more about White House History right from your own home. Details. The Spotsylvania County Sheriffs Office has decided to end its participation on a national television show, at least for now. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information, 442-H New York Standard Operating Procedures. That's sacred ground for me, says Gayle. The biggest clues came from stories passed down through her father and his family. Gayle Jessup White talks with Karen about her book, "Reclamation: Sally Hemings, Thomas Jefferson, and a Descendant's Search for Her Family's Lasting Legacy.. And so it's not as if people didn't know, they did back then. Its a contradiction that courses through Whites bloodstream and inhabits her DNA as a descendant of both Thomas Jefferson and Sally Hemings, the enslaved Black woman with whom he had at least six children. there. And that's how Janice (ph) learned of this story. Gayle Jessup White, thank you so much for joining us. Find out how she changed paths. In 2014, Gayle was selected for the fellowship program at the international center for Jefferson studies. It was just enough information out there to keep me aware of the possibility. An insatiable desire to learn her familys story landed Gayle Jessup White at Monticello, a place she describes as the epicenter of the American paradox.. After she was named a Jefferson Studies Fellow, Jessup White discovered her family lore was correct. Thousands of Images covering the History of the White House, Official White House Ornaments, Books & More, White House History Live: Reclamation with Gayle Jessup White. She is the author of the book, Reclamation: Sally Hemings, Thomas Jefferson, and a Descendants Search for Her Familys Lasting Legacy. See her moment of surrender, and the miracle of life. One relative is a historical figure in her own right. Bakari Sellers, New York Times best-selling author ofMy Vanishing Country, In her quest to discover the truth behind her family's oral legend of its connection to Thomas Jefferson, Gayle Jessup White reveals the truth of our national history: that 'white' and 'black' are inextricably bound by blood and heritage. CBN is a global ministry committed to preparing the nations of the world for the coming of Jesus Christ through mass media. Feeling my ancestors, hearing my ancestors, say to me: Gayle, write this story. . ortraits by Rembrandt Peale, left, and. They were treated as possessions. She says, For many years I assumed I was descended from Thomas Jefferson and Sally Hemings. . Time. She has been with the show since joining the station in 2006. How do you think about that? which chronicles her remarkable journey to understand and reclaim her heritage He was a flawed human being who made some horrible decisions,sinful decisions. In 1993, the Getting Word oral history project at Jeffersons Monticello plantation began identifying descendants and recording their oral histories. Jessup White had long heard the stories passed down from her fathers family, ADRIAN FLORIDO,. It is my heartfelt wish that when people finish this story, they understand better the contribution of our ancestors, our enslaved ancestors and those that followed them their endurance, their strength, their character and their resilience. communications at Her 30-year career includes pubic relations, news reporting and anchoring, and public speaking. A Black descendant of Thomas Jefferson and Sally Hemings family explores Americas racial reckoning through the prism of her ancestorsboth the enslaver and the enslaved.Gayle Jessup White had long heard the stories passed down from her fathers family, that they were direct descendants of Thomas Jeffersonlore she firmly believed, though others did not. Gayles son, Charles, lives in Cambridge, Massachusetts, where he attended school. When I'm in that space where I feel the presence of my ancestors. Gayle Jessup White Author of "Reclamation: Sally Hemings, Thomas Jefferson, and a Descendant's Search for Her Family's Lasting Legacy," to be released by HarperCollins November 2021 A former award-winning television reporter and anchor, Jessup White started her career at the New York Times. As Gayle followed her own leads, DNA research confirmed the long-told rumor that Jefferson had children with an enslaved woman named Sally Hemings. I'm not, but you are. She is not only a direct Jefferson descendant, but is related to two well-documented families enslaved at Monticello - the Hemingses and the Hubbards. [Her feats] required superhuman persistence. BookPage. Jefferson was 6'2", had red hair and freckles. It is my right and the right of every descendant of enslaved people to claim their stake in America.. Gayle Jessup White is a communications consultant, writer, and realtor. policy or email us at Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. From First Lady Dolley Madison's sister Lucy Payne Washington's wedding in 1812 to the nuptials of President Joseph Biden and First A State Dinner honoring a visiting head of government or reigning monarch is one of the grandest and most glamorous On January 20, 1969, Richard Nixon was inaugurated as the thirty-seventh president of the United States. Deputies in Davidson County rushed to help a 69-year-old man they'd found unresponsive in his house following a welfare check. Error: There was an internal error submitting your form. Zillow, Inc. holds real estate brokerage licenses in multiple states. Her epic family legacy, interwoven with one of the nation's founding fathers, is an emotional trip back in time. For Gayle Jessup White, landing the job of Public Relations and Community Engagement Officer at Thomas Jeffersons historic home, Monticello, was more than a chance to share her passion for American history. 90.3 Hickory 106.1 Laurinburg, PublishedNovember 10, 2021 at 9:00 AM EST. We cant become what we want to be, individually and collectively, if we dont know who we are. Gayle Jessup White is the Public Relations and Community Engagement Officer at Monticello, Thomas Jefferson's legendary estate. For listings in Canada, the trademarks REALTOR, REALTORS, and the REALTOR logo are controlled by The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) and identify real estate professionals who are members of CREA. JESSUP WHITE: Frankly, I think it was DNA evidence. Gayle taught journalism at VCU and created training programs for at-risk young adults. Publishers, 195 Broadway, New York, NY She says, I always felt that if I could determine my ties to Jefferson, I could find out more about my family. on his fathers side but also the great-great-great-granddaughter of Peter White proves that her transformative research and discovery is well worth the journey. Days. This doesnt make sense to me. All Daddy said to me was, That's what they say. White, Monticellos first public relations and A combination memoir, genealogy, and history by Gayle Jessup White reads fast as fiction unless you take time to absorb the impact slavery and family secrets have on American families, black or white. Gayle Jessup White is the Public Relations & Community Engagement Officer at Monticello, Thomas Jefferson's legendary estate. 10007, providing information about the products of HarperCollins and its affiliates. Because they were extraordinary people, and they need to be heard, and their lives have been forgotten. will be especially interesting to amateur genealogists. She has written and spoken extensively about her work at Monticello, the legacies of slavery, and her familys contributions to American history. Facebook Live series, White House History Live, delves into the history of the We are the sum total of our backgrounds of our ancestors, and I didn't know who mine were. So there was no way that I could have pieces to the puzzle such as I did not and pursue it, not to want to put it together. We are continuously working to improve the accessibility of our web experience for everyone, and we welcome feedback and accommodation requests. NPR transcripts are created on a rush deadline by an NPR contractor. But Richmonds proximity to Monticello was fortuitous. Kirkus Reviews, "19 Books We Can't Wait to Curl Up with This Fall!" Her family tree traces back to Thomas Jefferson, our third president. She is a direct Jefferson descendant, and is also related to two well-documented families enslaved at Monticellothe Hemingses and the Hubbards. Gayle Jessup White tells the fascinating story in her new book, "Reclamation: Sally Hemings, Thomas Jefferson, and a Descendant's Search for Her Family's Lasting Legacy.". Susan Fales-Hill, television producer and author ofAlways Wear Joy, Reclamationinstantly reverberates with those of us who are desperate to rebuild our family trees, especially for Americans who lived during the colonial era. And it's important to note as well that we know what happened at Monticello, but it wasn't unusual. Williams: 'My story is their story, too': Gayle Jessup White, a descendant of Thomas Jefferson and Sally Hemings, reclaims her heritage. EPUB Hemings, Sally Hemings brother. Our I'm very comfortable with who I am and take complete ownership of my place in society and as a descendant of enslaved people. Gayle serves on Virginias Citizens Advisory Council on Furnishing and Interpreting the Executive Mansion, where she is founding chair of the Descendant Committee. A former award-winning television reporter and anchor, Gayle started her career at the New York Times. Zillow Group is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for individuals with disabilities. Its a story of people who in ways big and small resisted their circumstances, laid a foundation for their families, and contributed to their nation, she said. Former NFL star Chad Johnson says he saved money by living inside Cincinnati Bengals stadium for 2 years. It behooves us all to know that history. Feb 17, 2022 Gayle Jessup White, center, is a descendant of President Thomas Jefferson and she is also Sally Hemings' great-grandniece four times over. Did any presidents live elsewhere during their administrations? How had she heard this? Fairfield, Connecticut 06824 White, a Henrico County resident, and the public relations and community engagement officer at Monticello, describes her four-decade effort to reclaim her family heritage in her recently released book, Reclamation., Or as she wrote: It was always my goal to uncover my roots, to understand my familys place in American history, and to restore them to the nations narrative. Gayle serves on Virginias Citizens Advisory Council on Furnishing and Interpreting the Executive Mansion, where she is founding chair of the Descendant Committee. With Cinders help, Gayles four decades of research would soon culminate: Thomas Jefferson was her 5-times great grandfather, and Sally Hemings, her 4-times great aunt. It serves at a metaphor not just for my family, Gayle says, but for Black families in America to understand - and for all people to acknowledge - that our ancestors helped build this country. And I've made those connections. Its not the same place it was when we moved down here. Gayle Jessup White had long heard the stories passed down from her fathers family, that they were direct descendants of Thomas Jeffersonlore she firmly believed, though others did not. Send us comments about our Author Pages. I can't imagine being anyplace else. Two years later, she joined the staff as Community Engagement Officer, becoming a principal spokesperson and the first descendant of Jefferson and the families he enslaved to work for the Foundation. You may unsubscribe from these email And then, of course, these stories were reported back when Jefferson was president back in 1801. Gayle Jessup White will be in Charlotte to speak at the Mecklenburg Chapter Sons of the American Revolution on Nov. 11. Essence, "One of November's Eagerly Anticipated Reads" Ms. magazine, Gayle Jessup Whites multilayered autobiography . Top Stories, 1073 North Benson Road In the 90s, when Gayle was out of college and building a career in journalism, she got serious about her search. She held on to that. Fairfield Universitys Open VISIONS Forum (OVF) will host a compelling and timely discussion on racism, politics, power, and slavery at the Quick Center on Wednesday, February 12, 2020 at 8 p.m. A former award-winning television reporter and anchor, Jessup White started her career at the New York Times. But it is also of great interest in general. What are some unusual animals that have lived in and around the White House? CBN's ministry is made possible by the support of our CBN Partners. It would behoove all of us to be as curious about our heritage as White. Gayle Jessup White began her career at The New York Times and was an award-winning TV reporter before becoming Monticellos first community engagement officer in 2016. Its an American story.. Indeed, it is a homecoming for us all. Cheryl Wills, Emmy Award-winning journalist and author ofThe Emancipation of Grandpa Sandy Wills, "From a girl of Black middle-class privilege to a politically charged race woman driven to unearth the truth of her ancestry, Gayle Jessup White takes us on a journey of self-discovery. She says, I recognize Jefferson now as being a human being. Tickets are $20 | Quick Members: $15. JESSUP WHITE: I had some facts before me. Visit our website terms of use and permissions pages at www.npr.org for further information. Facebook and YouTube pages starting at 5:30 pm ET on January 10. For 20. Reclamation: Sally Hemings, Thomas Jefferson, and a Descendant's Search for Her Family's Lasting Legacy, 1996-2023, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. They were possessions. though others did not. I grew up as a Black American and proud of it. JESSUP WHITE: Oh, thank you so much, Michel. And that's the story I heard my sister share with my dad when I was a 13-year-old girl growing up in Washington, D.C. MICHEL MARTIN, BYLINE: So you had no knowledge of this until she brought it - how did she know about this? any time. Jefferson, ultimately learning that she was not only a descendant of Jefferson Its important to look at each other and to work through those differences and see ourselves as Americans and recognize the kinship. She began at the Foundation in 2014 as a Robert H. Smith International Center for Jefferson Studies fellow, combing through old letters, documents, and records for clues to her familys past. On the other hand he gave us those soaring words that I amend to say All humans are created equal that have served as inspiration for hundreds of years now, for people to fight for their freedom and liberty, and justice for all. Then in 2010, while with her son on one of many visits to Monticello, Gayle says, We go on the tour and the guide says, Well, Sally Hemings and Thomas Jefferson had children together. And I raised my hand as I always did, We're descended from Sally Hemings and Thomas Jefferson. And the guide says, Well, you're dignitaries, you're family. MARTIN: How do you reconcile for yourself those contradictions which live in you? But more important, as I began to understand the history, being descended from the people he enslaved and knowing who they were became a more important part of my identity.. View the profiles of people named Gayle Jessup White. Sign up for our newsletter to keep reading. Doing so, will help contribute to a better Americaand, yes, a better world for all who live in it." She's a native Charlottean. . submitting your email address, you understand that you will receive email Owning people is sinful. After a 25-year career in communications, Gayle seized the opportunity to pursue her passion, history, beginning as an educator at Richmonds Valentine Museum, and ultimately landing a position at the Thomas Jefferson Foundation, the non-profit organization that owns and operates Monticello, her ancestral home. For more information or to reserve your seat, visit www.quickcenter.com or call the Box Office at 203-254-4010, or toll free at 1-877-ARTS-396. 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