History of the Formerly Enslaved

Schedule

Sun, 15 Feb, 2026 at 02:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Pearl Bailey Branch Library | Newport News, VA

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Join the Pearl Bailey Library with the Contraband Historical Society in presenting a history of the formerly enslaved who escaped to Union lines on Sunday February 15th, at 2PM. This program will include historically dressed performers, historical artifacts and a video presentation.
Refreshments available. Registration is required. Adults, 18+. Registration opens February 1 at 1PM.
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Pearl Bailey Branch Library, 2510 Wickham Ave, Newport News, VA 23607-4610, United States

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