From 1619 to Today: The Influence of Race on the Annapolis Community (Pt. 1)

In this three part series, we will explore the influence of race on the Annapolis community from 1619 to today through public readings, youth presentations, group discussions, and a community mural project.

Parts 1 and 2 of the series will be virtual events on April 23rd, 11:00am-1:00pm and May 25th, 6:00-7:30pm that feature youth presentations and public readings of excerpts from the #1 New York Times bestseller, The 1619 Project by Nicole Hannah-Jones. Through intergenerational group discussions after the readings, we will make connections from slavery to the segregation of Annapolis and explore the after-effects of race and racism in Annapolis. We want to know from you, how far have we come and where are we going?

Part 3 of the series will be an in-person event on June 11th at the Banneker-Douglass Museum where the community can contribute to an exciting art mural project based on themes from The 1619 Project. There will also be a book giveaway of The 1619 Project while supplies last.