"The Unspoken Truths" exhibit hosted at City Hall

In celebration of Black History Month, the City of Shoreline will host an exhibit celebrating the many important contributions African-American inventors have made to our everyday lives.

The exhibit, which is part of a larger exhibit entitled “The Unspoken Truths”, is the work of Delbert Richardson, a Second Generation Storyteller. Richardson has collected a large and impressive assortment of artifacts that symbolizes the African experience in the Americas and Europe.

The exhibit at Shoreline City Hall will highlight the important contributions made by African-American men and women inventors to the world we live in. Many of these items are things we use every day without knowing the history behind them, such as the ironing board, cell phone technology, golf tees and a pencil sharpener.

Richardson is an educator and storyteller who encourages people to immerse themselves in the struggles, challenges and accomplishments of African people through his exhibits. His exhibits are enjoyed by children and adults alike.

The exhibit will be located in the lobby of City Hall February 14 through 18.