Yukon, North of Ordinary
Black History Month: The Agee family
It was unusual for people to bring children to the Klondike during the gold rush of 1898 but Black Americans Alonzo and Mattie Agee came with their five children. Once in the Yukon , they carved out a living cutting hair and prospecting. Researcher Peggy D'Orsay of the Hidden Histories Society Yukon tells us what she's learned about this enterprising family and what it tells us about the context of the time.
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It was unusual for people to bring children to the Klondike during the gold rush of 1898 but Black Americans Alonzo and Mattie Agee came with their five children. Once in the Yukon , they carved out a living cutting hair and prospecting. Researcher Peggy D'Orsay of the Hidden Histories Society Yukon tells us what she's learned about this enterprising family and what it tells us about the context of the time.
Got something to say? Send us a text message! (US area code)
This podcast is supported in part by Yukon Government, Department of Tourism and Culture.
They’ll show you the Yukon of your dreams. travelyukon.com/better-day
Contact us
- Twitter and Facebook: @northofordinary
- Email: yukonpodcast@gmail.com
You can also read/subscribe to Yukon, North of Ordinary magazine.