Artist Bianca Broxton returns to Medford to remember Belinda Sutton, an enslaved woman, for the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution - The Tufts Daily

Artist Bianca Broxton Honors Enslaved Woman Belinda Sutton

Artist Bianca Broxton returned to Medford to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution by remembering Belinda Sutton, an enslaved woman.

In a dimly lit room, Broxton performed a poignant tribute, dressed in a floor-length gown and veil, symbolizing the lost records of enslaved people.

The repetition of enslaved women's names, including "Kate, Mira, Nan, Nancy, Nancy, Nanny, Negro Girl, Negro Woman, Phebe, Present, Prine, Priscilla …" was almost hypnotic.

Broxton's performance aimed to highlight the forgotten histories of enslaved individuals in Medford.

Author's summary: Bianca Broxton honors Belinda Sutton.

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