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Heirlooms, Redefined

"Heirlooms, Redefined."

Tiya’s latest piece, co-written with Michelle May-Curry, offers commentary on family heirlooms and photography for Juneteenth with an interactive photo gallery.

The New York Times. Published June 17, 2022.

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