About
Valerie Stephens is a woman of many talents who knows how to reinvent herself with the times while respecting the past.
For more than 30 years, Bostonians have best known the multi-talented singer, storyteller, and actress for her use of arts to present strong images of African American women.
Valerie creates most of her work through the Valerie Stephens Group & is a well-known attraction at local venues & festivals
Awards & Accredations
Brother Thomas Fellowship
Bridge Award in Arts
Boston City Council Resolution
New England Foundation for the Arts Creative City Grant
Get Konnected! Boston Legends & Pioneers Award
NAACP Image Award
Urban Music Award in Blues
Urban Music Award in Jazz Nominee
Citations of Appreciation from the Cities of Boston, New Bedford & Springfield.
2019
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2011
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2011
Groups
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Dorchester Historical Society
Massachusetts Memories Roadshow Advisory Board
Massachusetts Studies Network
Boston Pan African Forum
NAACP