[6] She obtained a master's degree in education from Howard University in 1980 and was a member of Delta Sigma Theta.

[8] In her educational role at the Anacostia Museum, Felton was responsible for curating a number of exhibits.

[3] Felton was also involved in the representation of African-American history at American museums and cultural sites.

[13][14] In 1980, Felton was honored by Howard University for Outstanding Contributions to the Life and Culture of the Black Community.

[5] In June 1988, Felton was named one of America's Top 100 Black Business and Professional Women by Dollars & Sense magazine.

[3] In 2009, the NAACP held a banquet for Felton and Constance Roberts Gates recognizing important firsts in education.