2008 (Feb. 2 – May 30)

A Tapestry of Freedom spotlights the faces, expressions and histories of freedom. This four-month endeavor, promoting harmony, respect and unity, begins in February, bringing people together to celebrate black history, women’s history, cultural diversity and preservation. A Tapestry of Freedom is a four-month long endeavor encompassing Black History Festival (February), Women’s History (March), Cultural Diversity (April), Preservation Month (May), culminating with the National Endowment for the Humanities / American Library Association traveling exhibit “Forever Free: Abraham Lincoln’s Journey to Emancipation”. A Tapestry of Freedom is a multifaceted collaborative project that incorporates digital storytelling, hands-on activities, a replica miniature log cabin, lectures, author appearances, re-enactments, concerts, discussions, temporary displays, and collection development. It will heighten understanding of the local area’s historic role. Bilingual materials, developed for all age levels, will appeal to our diverse community.

 

Tapestry of Freedom