Art Lecture with Alice Schwarz - A Closer Look: Last Moments of John Brown by Thomas Hovenden

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Program Type:

Lecture

Age Group:

Adults
Registration for this event will be open from May 13, 2024 @ 9:00am to June 11, 2024 @ 1:45pm.

Program Description

Event Details

Join museum educator Alice W. Schwarz for an in depth exploration of the painting, 'The Last Moments of John Brown' by Thomas Hovenden.  Although painted in the 1880s, by and for an abolitionist, this work illustrates a controversial event leading up to the American Civil War and the hopes of ending slavery.  This program is scheduled in recognition of the Juneteenth holiday.

(Sponsored by the Friends of the Library)

PLEASE NOTE: This is a 'hybrid' event that can be attended either "In-Person" or "Online" on the Zoom platform. You can choose which option you wish to register for below in the "Do you want to attend in-person or online?" dropdown menu below.