The Dr. Matilda A. Evans Educational Foundation
“Honoring the life and historic impact of Dr. Matilda A. Evans – The first native-born African American South Carolinian, male or female, to be licensed to practice medicine in the state of South Carolina” – through education, public history, and community programs.
“If Columbia physicians were asked to name the South Carolina negro who had been of most service to the colored race, his answer would undoubtedly be Dr. Evans of the Taylor Lane Hospital.”
Supporting the Walk for Peace
The Walk for Peace is a cross-country peace pilgrimage led by Buddhist monks traveling on foot from Fort Worth, Texas, to Washington, D.C. Beginning in October 2025, the journey covers roughly 2,300 miles over about 120 days and promotes peace, compassion, mindfulness, nonviolence, and unity in communities along the way.
Available for speaking
Beverly Aiken‑Muhammad is available for speaking engagements, interviews, panel discussions, and community appearances.
A legacy rooted in Columbia, shared with the world
Dr. Evans’ work shaped healthcare and civic life. Our foundation preserves her story and advances educational pathways inspired by her example.
Martha Schofield: Pioneer Educator Arrives
A tribute to pioneer educator Martha Schofield and the lasting impact of the Schofield School in Aiken, South Carolina.
“Thoroughness not only in books and the industrial arts, but in thought and action as well.”
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Foundation History
Dr. Evans Academy
Seminars & Interviews
Behavioral Health Within Our Communities
Photo Gallery
Partner with Us
Board of Directors
A Letter from the Board
Visit the Historic House
The Dr. Matilda A. Evans House is a landmark of African American medical history. We’re building a visitor experience that honors the past and welcomes the future.
Book Spotlight
Explore scholarship and storytelling that contextualize Dr. Evans’ significance in American history.
Olga Mauvene Aiken Swanson (1949–2023)
One of the four grandchildren of Dr. Matilda A. Evans. Read a memorial note honoring Olga’s life and her wish to support scientific research in her grandmother’s name.
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