Before stories were exploited for every last penny through intellectual property rights and merchandising, storytelling was a spiritual act. (1/2)

For enslaved African Americans, storytelling was more than just a way to pass the time. It was a means of creating an alternate universe. Through their stories, they built a world where they could dream, breathe and escape. (1/5)

Folktales are not just quaint stories to be dusted off once in a while. They are messages in a bottle reflecting the lived experiences of our ancestors and sent down the river of time in hopes that we may find them and absorb their wisdom. (1/6)

Over four hundred years ago, men, women, and children were captured and imprisoned in Africa, and transported across the Atlantic to work as slaves in the New World. Their families torn apart, their customs outlawed. (1/5)

In honor of #BlackHistoryMonth, and the theme of “African Americans and Labour”, we are exploring Black Southern Folklore’s most famous story, “Brer Rabbit and the Tar Baby.” Much like the trickster rabbit, it often deceives us into thinking of it as a simple children’s tale. (1/3)

What do you do when you lose access to what was once common ground, be that a physical space or an online community? Historically, this is nothing new. (1/4)

We are often introduced to folktales and fairy tales as children, a time when our imaginations and identities are newly forming. These stories can greatly influence how we view ourselves and the world around us, while tapping into our fears and dreams.

Stories are all around us, found in every culture and woven into the fabric of our daily lives. From ancient tribal tales illuminated by fire to the epic cinematic experiences we enjoy today, they inspire us to conquer our fears, open our hearts, and pursue our dreams.

Hey there! We're Humantheon, a community passionate about exploring how culture and storytelling connect. We dive into folktales, fairy tales, mythology, and more to see how the stories we tell reflect our cultures, and how those stories, in turn, shape who we are.