Founded 1988
" An International Stamp Society, honoring the African Diaspora and African Americans on stamps"
Our 38th Year
ESPER at Celebrating 250 Years of the Declaration of Independence
July 4th in Philadelphia
Congratulations ESPER Members
Stamp Ceremonies and Unveilings 2026
A look at Jazz Musicians Through Covers by Don Neal
ESPER member James Joppy
Black Histroy Month Exhibit
Philately and Music: Black Musicians on Postage Stamps
with Della Moses Walker and Ashley Turnbull​
Presented by the British Empire Study Group
Heritage Stamps, Black Dolls
and Nativity Scenes
O'Neal and Cassandra Tyler
Oneal and Cassandra Tyler collection of Heritage Stamps, Black Dolls and Nativity Scenes were displayed at the Southeast Library in Columbia, SC on May 2- 6,2026. First time combining the three collections together. Included Black Heritage Stamp exhibit, Black
Nativity Scenes and partial collection of Black Dolls. Southeast Library’s Annual DIA: A Celebration of Diversity Literacy, cultural entertainment, food, dancers, entertainment and Arts and Crafts. The Tyler’s Collection included dolls of Michelle Obama, Louis Armstrong, Malcolm X, Dr. King, Star Wars and other fashionable dolls. Various Nativity Scenes and Stamps of Phillis Wheatley, Ali, John Lewis, Women on Stamps, Negro League, Kwanzaa, Juneteenth and much more. This was an exceptional opportunity to share and connect our heritage and culture with everyone.
Juneteenth Exhibit
Black Doll Exhibit
Oriental Culture Exhibit
Photos by O'Neal and Cassandra Tyler