State Archives Unveils 125th year DSU Exhibit
The Delaware State Archives has opened an exhibit that celebrates the rich history of Delaware State University -- the First State’s only historically black institution of higher education.
The exhibit is featured throughout the public lobby of the State Archives, located on the corner of Legislative Ave. and Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. (across MLK Jr. Blvd from Legislative Hall). It will be on display until early June and is free and open to the public.
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Dr. Lloyd Mallory Jr. directs a contingent of the DSU Concert Choir as they perform during the ceremony in which the State Archives opened a new exhibit celebrating the 125-year history of Delaware State University.DSU President Harry L. Williams said it is an exhibit that everyone should experience.
“It is very appropriate that this exhibit is being unveiled during Black History Month, because the story of DSU is a part of the history of African-Americans in this country, as well as being the lone representation from the state of Delaware in the story of Historically Black Colleges and Universities in this country,” Dr. Williams said
The exhibit – which features a wealth of photos and information covering DSU’s 125-year history – was unveiled during a Feb. 10 ceremony in which Gov. Jack Markell presented a proclamation celebrating Black History Month and also in which he signed a Joint House Resolution in which Delaware formally apologized for the slavery that took place in the state.
The ceremony ended with a contingent of eight members from the DSU Concert Choir performing the DSU Alma Mater.