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Lillian Grant-Baptiste | Celebrant/Storyteller/Speaker
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Lillian Grant-Baptiste | Celebrant • Storyteller • Speaker
For over three decades, Lillian Grant-Baptiste has soared as a celebrated Gullah Geechee storyteller and motivational speaker, captivating audiences across the United States. A TEDx Speaker, she is renowned for her signature piece, "The People Could Fly," a powerful retelling of a Gullah Geechee folktale that exemplifies the enduring faith and resilience that helped a people gain strength and peace through the timeless metaphor of flight.
A passionate advocate for cultural preservation, Ms. Grant-Baptiste not only brings Gullah Geechee stories to life, but also shares folktales from the African diaspora and around the globe. Her storytelling resonates with themes of healing, restoration, and triumph—offering hope, joy, and a profound sense of connection. She also uses her gift to illuminate the rich history of Savannah and the broader African diaspora, inspiring audiences with stories of resilience and renewal.
In addition to her work as a speaker and storyteller, Ms. Grant-Baptiste is a ritual celebrant and wedding officiant, creating meaningful ceremonies that honor life’s most sacred moments. Her presentations and rituals echo the strength and spirit of the mighty Baobab tree—an ancient symbol of reverence, resistance, and resiliency.
For more information, check out my website and social media!
For over three decades, Lillian Grant-Baptiste has soared as a celebrated Gullah Geechee storyteller and motivational speaker, captivating audiences across the United States. A TEDx Speaker, she is renowned for her signature piece, "The People Could Fly," a powerful retelling of a Gullah Geechee folktale that exemplifies the enduring faith and resilience that helped a people gain strength and peace through the timeless metaphor of flight.
A passionate advocate for cultural preservation, Ms. Grant-Baptiste not only brings Gullah Geechee stories to life, but also shares folktales from the African diaspora and around the globe. Her storytelling resonates with themes of healing, restoration, and triumph—offering hope, joy, and a profound sense of connection. She also uses her gift to illuminate the rich history of Savannah and the broader African diaspora, inspiring audiences with stories of resilience and renewal.
In addition to her work as a speaker and storyteller, Ms. Grant-Baptiste is a ritual celebrant and wedding officiant, creating meaningful ceremonies that honor life’s most sacred moments. Her presentations and rituals echo the strength and spirit of the mighty Baobab tree—an ancient symbol of reverence, resistance, and resiliency.
For more information, check out my website and social media!
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