About Us
Abraham Losford
Howell's first Black resident. An escaped slave from Kentucky headed for freedom in Canada, who found his home in Howell. His love for Howell and Howell's love for Abe lead him back to Kentucky after the Civil War to bring his family home to Howell. Abe and his family were beloved bu the community and known as the most loved residents of Livingston County (archived obituary).
George Jewett
50 years prior to Jackie Robinson George Jewett broke through the racial barriers of sports. He was known as one of the greats and even mentioned as the greatest of his time by John Heisman (Heisman trophy). Howell's first Varsity Football Coach, First black Big Ten football player at both the University of Michigan and Northwestern. Today Michigan and Northwestern play for the annual George Jewett Trophy.
LuLu Childers
A Howell Valedictorian graduate, an honored and respected Howell resident, and an American Music Vanguard. Lulu's impact on Music, Civil Rights and ties to Martin Luther Kings famous speech. Today the Howard University in Washington DC named the Music Building the LuLu Vere Childers Hall.
Mayor Streng and a Strong Community
A story of how the Mayor and an entire community pushed back when evil came to the door. A moment never forgotten and a value never lost. In order to have a voice, you need ears to listen, Howell denied those ears and then cleaned away any remaining hate.
The Docu-movie
Its time we highlight the heroes of Howell and let the Villains fade away. Join us on our Journey of reflection and remembrance as we bring light to the stories that have been dimmed by darkness. Its time to let stories of Courage, Love and excellence become the stories of Howell.
