Maya Angelou, a celebrated poet, writer, actress, educator, and civil rights activist, is one of the most famous and influential women of our history.
Maya Angelou was an African-American author, poet, dancer, actress, and educator. She was creatively and artistically gifted on many levels and is often referred to as a global renaissance woman. She is best known for her autobiography I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings, which is a depiction of her life up to age 17. Maya Angelou was a trailblazer for writers, and she is one of the most admired artists, humanitarians, and civil rights activists of all time. Her words and actions have been uplifting for some, inspiring for others, and liberating and energizing for many.
Experience the early 20th century in Michigan's Upper Peninsula through the artistic camera lens of J.W. Nara, one of the Copper Country's earliest professional photographers. This collection of historic photos brings the "Copper Boom" era back to li
