James H. Sills, Jr.

James H. Sills, Jr. served as the first African American mayor of Wilmington from January 1993 to January 2001. He was recognized as a trailblazer, educator, and change agent, and he expressed the belief that passion, preparation, and a bold perspective can change a life, while character, social consciousness, and commitment to others can change a community, and that striving to do well can also mean doing good.

Wilmington, Delaware · United States