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"Becoming Frederick Douglass" Screening and Discussion Event
Join us for the "Becoming Frederick Douglass" Live In-Person Screening and Discussion Event!
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WCNY-TV Studios 415 W Fayette Street Syracuse, NY 13204
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- 2 hours
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In partnership with The Seward House Museum, WCNY invites you to join us on Saturday, Feb. 18 at 1:00 p.m. at the WCNY Studios in Syracuse for a screening and discussion of the film, "Becoming Frederick Douglass."
Join us as we explore the inspiring story of how a man born into slavery became one of the most prominent statesmen and influential voices for democracy in American history. Enjoy the PBS documentary "Becoming Frederick Douglass," and participate in a live Q&A panel discussion with local experts.
The event begins at 1 p.m. with light refreshments, followed by the screening and discussion at 1:30 p.m. There is no fee to attend the event, but registration is required.
BECOMING FREDERICK DOUGLAS: Discover how a man born into slavery in Maryland became one of the most influential voices for democracy in American history. Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Stanley Nelson explores the role abolitionist, orator, social reformer, and statesman Frederick Douglass played in securing the right to freedom and equality for African Americans.
Harriet Tubman: Visions of Freedom and Becoming Frederick Douglass are co-productions of Firelight Films and Maryland Public Television with an appropriation from the State of Maryland. These programs are also made possible by Bowie State University, DIRECTV, and Pfizer Inc.
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