The American Missionary — Volume 36, No. 2, February, 1882

"The American Missionary — Volume 36, No. 2, February, 1882" by Various is a periodical that shines a light on missionary work in the post-Civil War South. It's like a time capsule, giving us a peek into the challenges and victories of missionaries as they worked to educate and uplift newly freed African Americans and other ethnic communities at the time. A major theme throughout is how important education was seen as a tool for empowerment and social change. The publication opens with a strong call for $300,000 to expand the operations, so they can build new facilities and create more opportunities for education. The volume also highlights a conference at Fisk University, where educators gathered to brainstorm ways to improve education for African Americans and train leaders for better roles in the community.