Phillis Wheatley | The Poet Who Found Her Voice

Brought to America as an enslaved child, Phillis Wheatley became one of the first published African American poets in colonial history. Through her writing, Wheatley demonstrated remarkable intelligence and talent during a time when opportunities for enslaved people were severely limited. In this episode of Road to 250, discover how her words challenged assumptions and became part of the growing story of ideas, liberty, and expression in early America. Visit TheRoadto250.com for more American stories, events, podcasts, apparel, gifts, and ways to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary.