Come listen to Keenan Holmes’ presentation about the Maryland and greater Mid-Atlantic region’s enslaved population. Learn more about their actions during war times in order to try and secure freedom. Hear about how African Americans escaped and fought during the Revolutionary War; the War of 1812; and the Civil War. There will be a book giveaway for children and families on related topics at the end of the segment.
Info: Keenan Holmes, kholmes@howardcountymd.gov or 410-313-0419.
For all ages. Located at the EC Colored School. This is a free event.