About this Event
Itinerant Literate Books presents an evening with author Lindsay Street on her new book, Maude Callen: Legendary Nurse-Midwife of South Carolina
Join us at Madra Rua in Park Circle to discover the true story of Maude Callen, South Carolina’s pioneering Black nurse-midwife, who brought life-saving healthcare to the rural South from 1923 to 1990. Award-winning journalist Lindsay Street brings Callen’s story to life with rich historical detail, rare archival materials, and Callen’s own words. This inspiring biography is a must-read for lovers of Black history, Southern history, and untold stories of American medical pioneers.
This event is free to attend. Books will be available for purchase night of or can be ordered ahead of time on our website.
About the book:
The Nurse Midwife Who Transformed the South
When Callen arrived in Pineville by mule-drawn wagon, she left behind Savannah’s social elite for a world of poverty, disease, and loss. But she stayed—changing lives one birth, one patient, one home visit at a time.
In 1951, Life magazine featured her work in a moving photo essay by W. Eugene Smith, awakening the nation to her quiet heroism. Donations poured in, and Callen’s legacy grew.
Perfect for readers who cherish deeply human stories of perseverance, service, and courage.
About the Author:
Lindsay Street is a journalist rooted in the Lowcountry soil. For more than twenty years, she reported from newsrooms across Charleston, Beaufort, Dorchester, and Berkeley Counties. A mother and homesteader, Linds lives with her husband, Henry, and their two children, Thomas and Arthur, in Berkeley County. Follow her writings and adventures at gatheringplace.substack.com.
Hosted by Itinerant Literate Books
We’re a Charleston-based bookstore committed to bringing vibrant dialogue, local authors, and meaningful stories to our community. We’re delighted to partner with Commonhouse Aleworks to bring you this special evening of history, conversation, and connection.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Madra Rua, 1034 E Montague Ave, North Charleston, United States
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