Who We Are
Our Heritage.
Our Home.
We are the descendants of freed slaves, Maroons, and settlers who forged a unique culture in Freetown, Sierra Leone. Today, we carry that spirit forward in Pennsylvania.
“We are a resilient people, rooted like the Cotton Tree, with branches reaching across the world but grounded in our shared history.”
Our Journey
From Freetown to Pennsylvania
The Creole (Krio) people of Sierra Leone are the descendants of freed African American, West Indian, and Liberated African slaves who settled in the Western Area of Sierra Leone between the late 18th and mid-19th centuries.
Freetown became a beacon of freedom, education, and cultural synthesis. We developed our own rich language (Krio), distinctive architecture (Bod Ose), and a vibrant culture that blends African traditions with Western influences.
As members of the diaspora, the Creole Union Pennsylvania was formed to maintain this rich heritage far from home. We exist to ensure that our language is spoken, our history is taught, and our community remains united.
- Founded in
- 2010
- Active Members
- 500+
Our Leadership
Meet the dedicated individuals working tirelessly to keep our community united and our culture thriving.
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Join the Creole Union Pennsylvania today. Help us preserve our heritage, build our community, and empower the next generation.