Holy Cross Senior Lecturer Thomas Doughton, who partnered with local organizations to create the Worcester Black History Trail, unveils one of the markers on June 2, 2022, in Worcester, Massachusetts. (Photo by Michael Ivins/Holy Cross)
Holy Cross President Vincent D. Rougeau speaks during the Worcester Black History Trail unveiling on June 2, 2022, in Worcester, Massachusetts. (Photo by Michael Ivins/Holy Cross)
Holy Cross Senior Lecturer Thomas Doughton (fourth from right), who partnered with local organizations to create the Worcester Black History Trail, unveils one of the markers on June 2, 2022, in Worcester, Massachusetts. (Photo by Michael Ivins/Holy Cross)
A who’s who of Worcester dignitaries assembled at the corner of John and North Ashland Streets on June 2, including the mayor, the acting city manager, several city councilors, a representative from a Congressional office and more. Though one individual received more applause and praise than anyone: Thomas Doughton, Holy Cross senior lecturer for interdisciplinary and special studies.