Roots & Remembrance: Restoration (recap)
On Sunday, November 8, 2026, the Pine Forest Education & Learning Center (PFELC) held its Roots & Remembrance: Restoration event at The Garage at DREAMS in Wilmington, North Carolina. The event honored those who came before and are laid to rest at one of Wilmington's most historically significant burial grounds: Pine Forest Cemetery.
Hosted by the Black On Black Project and Michael S. Williams, the afternoon featured performances, storytelling, interviews, and a walk through Wilmington's rich history through the lens of Pine Forest. The aim was to highlight the need for a restoring of access to the cemetery. Also featured was the premiere of the short film Voices from Pine Forest and the original poem Symbol of Peace. Watch the event recap plus follow the fundraising campaign.
Video by Julia Wall.