“To be free—to walk the good American earth as equal citizens, to live without fear, to enjoy the fruits of our toil, to give our children every opportunity in life—that dream which we have held so long in our hearts is today the destiny that we hold in our hands.”
Stories from the Paul Robeson House
Hear personal narratives from those whose lives have been touched by this Renaissance man.
Sonia Sanchez
Sonia Sanchez is an internationally recognized poet, author, activist and speaker. She has received numerous awards and commendations, including the Lucretia Mott Award, the Outstanding Arts Award from the Pennsylvania Coalition of 100 Black Women and a Pew Fellowship in the Arts. She has published more than 12 books of poetry and authored several plays.