Since achieving independence in 1804, Haiti has faced a tumultuous history marked by political upheaval. Despite coups, foreign interventions, natural disasters, dictatorships, presidential assassinations, gang violence, and ongoing political instability.

This three-panel exhibit features people and events who have shaped Haiti's history, as well as exploring Haiti's influence on global politics.

Curated by Marie Larose, Research Associate, Lecturer, and Mellon Faculty fellow of French and Italian, and Sandra Obiono, Senior Lecturer in French. Designed by Dennis Grady, Dartmouth Libraries Teaching & Learning.