Overview
From The Peopling of New York City
Exploring the Old and New
It is now very clear where these Africans have relocated to-- Staten Island; however, it is not just important to know from where they have come: Ghana, Liberia, and Nigeria. It is extremely important to understand where they came from and what experiences may have influenced their decision to make Staten Island their new home. All the information necessary for you to understand what their lives were like in the old country and why change was urgent. Particulars you'll find here range from general information on demographics, languages, and population statistics, to extensive details on aspects of lifestyle, ravages of civil war, and vitality of cultural traditions.
You can learn more about the countries we've studied by interacting with the points marked on the map above, or if you are having trouble viewing the map, by using the links below:
The African Experience in America
The Immigration Experience: An Interview
African Immigrant Presence in American Popular Culture