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Juneteenth Celebration Talk and Reception:  The Robert Johnson Family Bible

Juneteenth Celebration Talk and Reception: The Robert Johnson Family Bible In-Person

Join us to commemorate Juneteenth, the holiday celebrating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the former Confederate States of America, by exploring the fascinating life of Robert Johnson, fugitive slave and abolitionist, and his connection to Cambridge.

Come see an important new Cambridge Room acquisition and learn about Robert Johnson, fugitive slave and abolitionist, and his family’s connection to Cambridge. This is the first in a series of programs featuring gems from the Library’s Archives and Special Collections.

Date:
Wednesday, June 19, 2019
Time:
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Time Zone:
Eastern Time - US & Canada (change)
Location:
Cambridge Room
Branches:
Main Library
Audience:
  Adult  
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