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Special Event
Event
Program in the Parlor - "Carter G. Woodson: History the Black Press, and Public Relations"
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Fee:
Free.Dates & Times
Date:
Saturday, February 8, 2020
Time:
2:00 PM
Duration:
1 hour
Type of Event
Guided Tour
Performance
Talk
Description
Join journalist and author Burnis R. Morris as he discusses the evolution of Negro History Week to Black History Month and how Dr. Carter G. Woodson used the press to promote the contributions of African Americans as part of the mainstream historical narrative of America. Before the program, visitors can enjoy a mini piano concert featuring selections of the time period by DC Strings Workshop.
Reservation or Registration: Yes
Programs are free but space is limited. To reserve your spot, please call (202) 426-5961 or email bethuneNHS@nps.gov