The Beloved Community Center stems from decades of grassroots social justice struggles that have given great influence and shape to the way we look at and approach current day social justice struggles. We believe to truly understand the struggles we are currently facing we need to understand the often untold and forgotten stories of those who stood before us.   Sharing our knowledge and understanding of Greensboro’s grassroots history is a key part of our work; we’ve amassed an extensive archive of photographs, artifacts and stories of key events, people, and groups in our city’s past.  The BCC is especially mindful of the long history of ignoring, distorting, and/or co-opting the rich, vibrant history of people of color, especially as it relates to the struggles for social transformation. Grassroots History Program strives to authenticate and preserve the historic accuracy and integrity of the social change movement of Greensboro and Guilford County and share it with the community and beyond through tours, seminars, historical displays, workshops and events.