Benjamin Banneker and Us; Eleven Generations of an American Family
Speaker: Rachel Jamison Webster, author & NU professor
Benjamin Banneker was a real historical figure who lived in Maryland from 1731-1806. He published bestselling almanacs, helped to survey Washington D.C., and corresponded with Thomas Jefferson about the injustice of slavery.
“Her excellent and thought-provoking book is on every level about unknowing rather than knowing — about pondering the mysteries of Banneker, who is often described as one of the first African American scientists, and the legacy of 11 generations of a multiracial American family that only now is coming into view.”
New York Times Book Review
This program is co-sponsored with the Glenview Public Library. You can attend in person or by Zoom.
by Zoom: Click Here to Register, a Zoom Link will be sent to you.
in Person: Click Here to Register, and go to the Community Room.
