In 2020, the life of Henrietta Lacks will be honored with a yearlong centennial celebration led by the Lacks Family. This phenomenal black woman, wife, and mother unknowingly changed the face of medical science, contributing to lasting, worldwide improvements in health.

The Lacks family has enthralled audiences across the country by talking about our mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Henrietta Lacks, and her transcendentally important contributions to science.

As members of the Lacks family, we are committed to upholding our mission to preserve the life and legacy of Henrietta Lacks and educate future generation on the impact of her immortal HeLa cells while promoting health equity and social justice.

The Lacks family has enthralled audiences across the country by talking about our mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Henrietta Lacks, and her transcendentally important contributions to science.

Henrietta Lacks Memorial Lecture: 100 Years of Henrietta Lacks Portraits of Two Inspirational Black Women Go On Display at University ... Her Story; Our Story; Globetrotter; Contact Us; WELCOME TO THE LACKS FAMILY! We are continuing to CELLebrate Henrietta Lacks' life and legacy. CELLebrate with us. This website uses cookies.

The Lacks Family continues to spread the good news: Henrietta Lacks' story and legacy. The Lacks Family raises awareness and encourages action to problems.

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