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Lecture on the Lawn

  • Smith's Castle at Cocumscussoc 55 Richard Smith Dr North Kingstown, RI, 02852 United States (map)

Charles Roberts, Director of the Rhode Island Slave History Medallion Project, and historian Fred Zilan will discuss RISHM’s efforts to place slave medallions at historic sites of slavery throughout the state, and the importance of documenting places and people in the history of slavery in Rhode Island. The Castle’s medallion was dedicated last October. Please bring your own lawn chairs, water will be provided. A $5 donation is requested, if possible.

Earlier Event: June 22
Lecture on the Lawn
Later Event: July 9
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