(ThyBlackMan.com) If there were ever a collection of African American artifacts and historical information that should be shared with the world, The Kinsey Collection is just that. Bernard and Shirley Kinsey have created a collection of African American items that shared the history and cultural importance of the African American race.
Being an organization that supports diversity, Wells Fargo has joined Bernard and Shirley Kinsey in displaying their wonderful artifacts and collections. In collaboration with The Kinsey Family, Wells Fargo is taking part in the journey of the African American’s plight and achievements.
The story of black slaves and other African Americans are proudly revealed in The Kinsey Collection through site and sound. Videos are available to enjoy the dynamic stories as told by a group of talented African Americans.
In The First, join Lance Gross as he shares the political triumphs of Hiram Revels, Benjamin Longs and Josiah Walls. All were a group of African Americans to hold office in Congress in the 1800s, shortly after slavery, which was a huge accomplishment. The Kinsey Collection includes a lithograph of these African American Congressmen that laid the path for future black politicians.
Genius surrounds the story of Phyllis Wheatley’s famous book of poetry as recounted by singer and actress Jordin Sparks. Sparks sends us back in time to hear Phyllis’ words. We relive her academic feats of speaking and learning 
Greek and Latin, along with becoming the first published, African American, female author in 1773. Phyllis Wheatley’s triumph shows us what can be done even within the limits that others attempt to impose upon us.
In Family First, travel with Talib Kweli, as history unfolds before your eyes. Imagine being forced to buy your family. This God given right that some may take for granted was not afforded to the black slave. The Kinsey Collection holds a letter from Mary Ann Graham, a slaveholder who allowed Henry Butler to buy five slaves for $100.00. These slaves were his wife and family. This transaction was made at a time when one slave alone was sold for $1,800.00. Walk into the footsteps of a black man going against insurmountable odds to save his family.
In Tenacity of Hope, actress Lauren London describes the story behind the Kinsey Collection. Carrie Kinsey was determined to locate her 14 year old, kidnapped brother. In 1903, Kinsey was so determined to reconnect with her loved one. So much that she mustered the courage to write a letter to President Roosevelt asking for his help. Carrie Kinsey, the relative of Bernard and Shirley Kinsey was the inspiration behind the creation of the Kinsey Collection. This collection now travels the country and has been viewed by over 3 million nationwide.
To view these amazing stories visit The Wells Fargo Bank Kinsey Collection.
https://mrm.wellsfargobank.com/kinseycollection/?mplx=6878-155967-3408-19
Staff Writer; Eleanie Campbell
