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Special Event

Program in the Parlor - "Carter G. Woodson: History the Black Press, and Public Relations"

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Fee:

Free.

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Dates & Times

Date:

Saturday, February 8, 2020

Time:

2:00 PM

Duration:

1 hour

Type of Event

Guided Tour

Performance

Talk

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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.

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Reservation or Registration: Yes

Programs are free but space is limited. To reserve your spot, please call [phone] or email [e-mail]

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Contact Information

John Fowler
202-426-5961
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Burnis R. Morris

Historian and author Burnis R. Morris holds a copy of his book "Carter G. Woodson: History, the Black Press, and Public Relations"
Marshall University