Wilson County Black History Committee

02/21/2026

Black History Month is a time to honor pioneers of faith like Harry Hosier, whose ministry reached thousands.

Dive deeper: bit.ly/participateinblackhistorymonth

01/20/2026

https://www.forbes.com/sites/dougmelville/2026/01/05/2026-marks-the-100th-anniversary-of-black-history-month---a-brief-history/

2026 marks the 100th anniversary of federal recognition for Black Americans. What began in 1926 has grown into an overall cultural observance of Black History in February

12/18/2025

One of the most inspiring messages from the late Bishop Violet Fisher.

This is an inspiring, uplifting message for pastors. You had to be there to have the full experience, but you will certainly be blessed by this message from ...

09/11/2025

Two outstanding Mt. Juliet track stars. Larry Jenkins, High Jump and Harry Majors, sprinter and hurdles. I haven't been able to contact either one of them. Shoot me a message if you know how to reach either of them.

09/10/2025

These 1970's Lebanon High School photos are of many of your family and friends. The African American Athletes on these pictures and others you know are who we want to recognize. If you know any names or contact information, please let me know, 281.300.0444, [email protected]. We only have 17 days before our celebration. Looking forward to seeing you here! September 27th 5:30 Cumberland University Baird Chapel. Tickets are still available.

08/29/2025

08/28/2025

Rip (Ronnie McCarver) posted this some years ago. Market street basketball team. Y’all need to give me names of all the African American athletes from Wilson County. Family, friends, classmates..let’s do this

08/28/2025

Seriously, send me your African American athletes from Wilson County! I need your help!

08/26/2025

Tim Bryant is our speaker. September 27th @ 5:30 pm is the Harvest Festival. The plan is to recognize as many African American athletes from Wilson County between 1950-2020 as possible. Send a picture and bio of a person in your family or community. Do it today! Tickets contact Mary Harris 615.445.9487

08/18/2025

Pickett Chapel Restoration Project

The Roy Bailey Black History Museum and Education Center with The Wilson County Black History Committee to Honor African American Athletes: Call for Participants

Lebanon, TN – Wilson County is preparing a historic recognition event to celebrate and honor African American athletes who made their mark on high school, college, and professional teams from 1950 to 2020.

This special evening will shine a light on the dedication, skill, and determination of the men and women whose talents on the field, court, and track broke barriers, inspired future generations, and brought pride to Wilson County.

Organizers are inviting all African American athletes from Wilson County—whether you played under the Friday night lights, competed on the hardwood, ran the track, or took your skills to college or the pros—to be part of this once-in-a-lifetime gathering. Families of athletes who have passed on are also encouraged to participate so their legacies may be honored.

Speaker: Tim Bryant, Wilson County Fellowship of Christian Athletes Area Director

Saturday, September 27, 2025 5:30 – 8:00 pm

Cumberland University Baird Chapel

1 CUMBERLAND SQUARE LEBANON, TENNESSEE

TICKETS:

$75 per person $550 table for 8

This recognition is more than an event—it is a community embrace, a chance to remember, reconnect, and record the stories of those who paved the way for today’s players.

To register or share your story, please contact:

Vincent Harris 615.281.9424
Or Mary Harris
[email protected]
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