Minerva T. King, Storyteller and Gullah Presenter
Born in Charleston, SC, Minerva Brown King graduated from Burke High School, and earned a B.A. Degree in Sociology from Lincoln University in Jefferson City, MO. She also studied at Tuskegee Institute, now University, and Cuyahoga Community College. She received the Master of Science Degree in Library Science from Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, and the Master Plus 30 Hours from The Citadel in Charleston. In 2007, Ms King received National Board Certification in the field of Library Media.
A former social worker and counselor, Ms King worked as a librarian, library manager and media specialist, and adjunct professor for 35 years. Since 1992, she has devoted herself to the art of storytelling, using this art for educational and entertainment purposes. Specializing in multicultural stories, especially African, African-American, West Indian, Jewish, Gullah, and Native American, she delights her audiences with songs and musical instruments. Many stories on local history are shared, including her involvement in the Civil Rights Movement in Charleston. Ms King has performed at numerous venues and festivals throughout the state and beyond. She now divides her time and talent between her multicultural storytelling business and various civic and religious organizations.
A former social worker and counselor, Ms King worked as a librarian, library manager and media specialist, and adjunct professor for 35 years. Since 1992, she has devoted herself to the art of storytelling, using this art for educational and entertainment purposes. Specializing in multicultural stories, especially African, African-American, West Indian, Jewish, Gullah, and Native American, she delights her audiences with songs and musical instruments. Many stories on local history are shared, including her involvement in the Civil Rights Movement in Charleston. Ms King has performed at numerous venues and festivals throughout the state and beyond. She now divides her time and talent between her multicultural storytelling business and various civic and religious organizations.
