08.27.07
Historic Goods: StoryCorps comes to Oakland
Through September 19, StoryCorps’ GriotBooth, housed in a classy Airstream trailer, will be parked outside Oakland’s City Hall. The Griot Initiative is aimed at collecting the oral histories of African American families from around the country.
According to the StoryCorps Web site, in the West african tradition, a griot is a person charged with maintaining community tradition through story, music, and dance. Being a griot is an honor.
Become a griot by reserving a time top have your own StoryCorps conversation today by calling 800.850.4406 or visiting the Oakland GriotBooth Web Site. You’ll get a c.d. copy of your interview to take home and pass along to future generations.
griotbooth
frank ogawa plaza
14th and broadway
through sept. 19.