Isabella and the Prince: A Look at Natchez Through the Eyes of

“Isabella and the Prince” is a 60-minute reenactment and lecture with a Q&A session following the presentations. During the reenactment, the audience is given a glimpse back in time to the lives of Isabella and Prince Abdul Rahman, who were enslaved for nearly forty years in Adams County, Mississippi. A story of love and dedication highlights their plight to freedom.

The lecture consists of a Powerpoint presentation of Rahman’s life in Natchez, covering economic, political, social, and cultural aspects of enslaved persons lives at the time.

Speakers Expertise:

Jeremy Houston is a musician, activist, and local historian of Natchez, Mississippi. He is a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corp and after his service, returned to Natchez where he still currently resides. He has written a three-volume series titled Straight Outta Natchez: “A History of Black Natchez” which highlights individuals from Natchez that have impacted American society.