Black history, 1956-2005

Series VI. Black History consists primarily of material relating to Mitchell's service on the Brown v. Board of Education 50th Anniversary Commission after he was selected by the White House to represent Delaware. Included is correspondence, informational packets, meeting minutes, and agendas documenting the work of the commission leading up to the 2004 anniversary as well as historical information relating to the Brown v. Board decision itself. This series also contains Black History material collected by Mitchell throughout his life. Included in this material are publications regarding racism, The Underground Railroad, and African-American achievements.