The Bishop Reverdy C. & Emma S. Ransom Foundation

The Bishop Reverdy C. & Emma S. Ransom Foundation Preserving and continuing the lifelong legacy and vision of Bishop Reverdy C. & Emma S.

Ransom by restoring and maintaining their home, Tawawa Chimney Corner, as a conduit for advancing civil rights and social justice initiatives of African Americans.

Update: The Reverdy C. & Emma S. Ransom Foundation has completed the final steps of reconstructing the exterior portion ...
03/24/2026

Update: The Reverdy C. & Emma S. Ransom Foundation has completed the final steps of reconstructing the exterior portion of the estate Tawawa Chimney Corner. We will keep you all informed about future endeavors, regarding the historic landmark. Thank you all for the support & greatness that is bestowed upon (TCC).

Hi everyone! Welcome to, "Would you like to know Tuesday?! The Bishop Reverdy C. & Emma S. Ransom Foundation honors Emma...
03/10/2026

Hi everyone! Welcome to, "Would you like to know Tuesday?! The Bishop Reverdy C. & Emma S. Ransom Foundation honors Emma Sarah Conner-Ransom during Women's History Month for her endless dedication to the AME Church organization and the Women's Sufferage Movement!

Hi everyone! Welcome to, "Would you like to know Tuesday!?" Bishop Benjamin William Arnett Sr. was born a free black man...
03/03/2026

Hi everyone! Welcome to, "Would you like to know Tuesday!?" Bishop Benjamin William Arnett Sr. was born a free black man in Brownsville, Pennsylvania on March 6th, 1838 to the union of Daniel and Mary Louise Arnett. He was an American educator, minister, bishop and member of the Ohio House of Representatives. The Bishop Reverdy C. & Emma S. Ransom Foundation would like to wish Bishop Arnett a Happy 188th Birthday!

Hi everyone! Welcome to, "Would you like to know Tuesday?!" Bishop Daniel Alexander Payne was born free on February 24, ...
02/24/2026

Hi everyone! Welcome to, "Would you like to know Tuesday?!" Bishop Daniel Alexander Payne was born free on February 24, 1811 in Charleston, South Carolina. He also studied at home, teaching himself mathematics, physical science, and the classical languages. In 1829, at the age of 18, he opened his first school in Charleston. Bishop Payne was the first President of Wilberforce University, located in Wilberforce, Ohio. Payne Theological Seminary is named after Bishop Payne, which is also located in Wilberforce. The Bishop Reverdy C. & Emma S. Ransom Foundation would like to celebrate Bishop's Payne 215th Birthday! Thank you Bishop Payne for your relentless dedication and leadership throughout the AME Church organization!

Hi everyone! Welcome to, "Would you like to know Tuesday?!" This circa-photo was taken in 1915 at the Bethel A.M.E Churc...
02/10/2026

Hi everyone! Welcome to, "Would you like to know Tuesday?!" This circa-photo was taken in 1915 at the Bethel A.M.E Church. In attendance there were prominent, political and civil rights leaders such as Bishop Reverdy C. Ransom and W.E.B Du Bois who spoke at the church. The saga continues.

Rare photo taken of Bishop Benjamin William Arnett Sr. The estimated time that the photo was taken was in 1899.
02/02/2026

Rare photo taken of Bishop Benjamin William Arnett Sr. The estimated time that the photo was taken was in 1899.

Happy Black History Month! Welcome to, "Would you like to know Tuesday!?" Bishop Reverdy C. Ransom was the author and pu...
02/02/2026

Happy Black History Month! Welcome to, "Would you like to know Tuesday!?" Bishop Reverdy C. Ransom was the author and publisher of the 1925 circa, "The Spirit and Ideals of the African Methodist Episcopal Church." The publication outlines & reflects on the history, core principles, theology and mission of the AME Church. The AME Church was officially founded on April 9th, 1816 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania under the leadership of Bishop Richard Allen. The AME Church organization was heavily involved in social and political advocacy for Black Americans. We are AME strong!

Update: Tawawa Chimney Corner (TCC) reconstruction has progressed successfully. The first phase of the exterior portion...
12/19/2025

Update: Tawawa Chimney Corner (TCC) reconstruction has progressed successfully. The first phase of the exterior portion of the historic landmark has been completed. We will keep you all informed. Thank you for your patience. Happy Holiday season! Blessings to you all!

Our world feels dimmer today. It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Dr. Michael Joseph Brown PhD, Presi...
12/19/2025

Our world feels dimmer today. It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Dr. Michael Joseph Brown PhD, President of Payne Seminary and board member of The Bishop Reverdy C. & Emma S. Ransom Foundation, located in Wilberforce, Ohio. Dr. Brown was a pillar of faith, a beacon of light and a true leader. What a beautiful and resilient mindset that he shared with the world. Your presence will truly be missed.

On behalf of the Bishop Reverdy C. & Emma S. Ransom Foundation, we would like to send our prayers and condolences to Dr. Brown's family and friends.

Hi everyone! Welcome to, "Would you like to know Tuesday?!" This photo was taken in 1958, of Bishop Reverdy C. Ransom, B...
06/30/2025

Hi everyone! Welcome to, "Would you like to know Tuesday?!" This photo was taken in 1958, of Bishop Reverdy C. Ransom, Bishop Nichols & Joseph Gomez.

Hi everyone! Welcome to, "Would you like to know Tuesday?!" Wilberforce University published a small ad in the "Crisis A...
05/27/2025

Hi everyone! Welcome to, "Would you like to know Tuesday?!" Wilberforce University published a small ad in the "Crisis Advertiser" about the military department, in June of 1912.

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