Take a moment to read to the following journal reflection and see what people are saying about NURFC exhibition, “Without Sanctuary: Lynching Photography in America.” If you haven’t yet viewed this unforgettable exhibit, now’s the time to see it. Exhibit closes May 31.

Wow…all I can say is Wow.  Seeing those pictures really got me reading those stories and historical facts opened my eyes.  I always knew these things happened, but this exhibit made it so real for me.  Seeing those mutilated bodies and knowing that they were unjustly punished angers me and makes me realize that those events were real and brutal.  I believe that we have come a long way, but we have a long way to go.  It is important that this exhibit be seen, because a lot of people don’t want to recognize that these things really did happen – and not that long ago.  The wound is still fresh – even the issue still exists.  Seeing this made me realize that I am blessed, because I did not have to experience this in the full effect.  I also have greater respect for my ancestors who survived, because they did experience such injustices and brutalities.  As I said before this exhibit made it so real and alive for me.  My people really did go through so much and we continue to bear that weight now.  This has opened my eyes and now I want to educate my community about what really happened, so we can understand where we come from and what our people have been through.