You may have heard of Dred Scott from the U.S. Supreme Court decision that bears his name. But did you know that he stayed in Davenport? Join us Tuesday, February 22nd at 6:30 pm and learn more about Dred Scott and other historical African Americans from Davenport.

This program is scheduled to be held in person at the Fairmount Library (3000 N. Fairmount St.) and virtually. Registration is required for both in-person and virtual attendance at: https://bit.ly/dpl-blackhistorydavenport.

Black History: The Fight for Civil Rights in Davenport Presented by the Davenport Public Library

For in-person attendees, please observe social distancing and follow local COVID-19 safety recommendations. This program is subject to COVID-19 safety protocol updates, and masks are recommended.

This event is FREE and open to the public. For more information, visit www.davenportlibrary.com or call the library at (563) 326-7832.

Black History: The Fight for Civil Rights in Davenport Presented by the Davenport Public Library
Sean Leary is an author, director, artist, musician, producer and entrepreneur who has been writing professionally since debuting at age 11 in the pages of the Comics Buyers Guide. An honors graduate of the University of Southern California masters program, he has written over 50 books including the best-sellers The Arimathean, Every Number is Lucky to Someone and We Are All Characters.
Black History: The Fight for Civil Rights in Davenport Presented by the Davenport Public Library

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