Gwen Jackson, an early childhood education advocate and longtime community volunteer, was involved in the leadership of the American Red Cross at a chapter, regional and national level. In 2009, MPS’ Twenty-first Street School was renamed the Gwen T. Jackson Early Childhood and Elementary School.

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Remembering Gwen Jackson

Remembering Gwen Jackson

Tireless community volunteer served Red Cross and other groups for half a century.

Representative Bowen Responds to the Passing of Humanitarian Gwen T Jackson
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Representative Bowen Responds to the Passing of Humanitarian Gwen T Jackson

Wisconsin is Better because of Gwen T Jackson

“Sisters of Freedom” Display Showcased at the Milwaukee County Courthouse
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“Sisters of Freedom” Display Showcased at the Milwaukee County Courthouse

A unique art display honoring African American women from the 1800’s to present day will be on display on the third floor of the Milwaukee County Courthouse through the end of the month. "Sisters of Freedom", African American Women Moving Us Forward, is on loan from Mount Mary University.