Mary McLeod Bethune and Black Washington: In Focus
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Special Event
In celebration of Women's History Month, join Susan McNeill, daughter of famed DC-based photographer, the late Robert H. McNeill, as she discusses her father’s legacy as a go-to photographer of well-known greats in the nation’s capital, including women like Mary McLeod Bethune, Mary Church Terrell, Dorothy Height, and more!
During the open house, guests are welcome to view photos taken by Robert McNeill, listen to period jazz music played on the piano in the historic home’s parlor, take a house tour, and see the site’s new exhibits.
Reservations Required for McNeill’s talk at 1:00 p.m. RSVP at BethuneNHS@nps.gov
Fees
This event is free to attend.
Schedule
Date:
Mar 30, 2024
Time:
10:00 AM
Duration:
4 hours
Event Type
- Children’s Program
- Exhibition/Show
- Guided Tour
- Performance
- Talk
- Virtual/Digital
Tags:
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