Legacy of a Lynching

What: A panel discussion on one of the most infamous cases of injustice in American history

Where: Atlanta History Center – McElreath Hall
When: Thursday, April 17
Doors Open: 6:30 PM | Program: 7:00 PM | Book Sales & Signing: 8:15 PM
Cost: Free (Registration encouraged)

• Honorable Roy E. Barnes – Former Governor of Georgia
• Sandy Berman – Founding Archivist, The Breman Museum
• Matthew H. Bernstein – Film Professor and Author of Screening a Lynching: The Leo Frank Case on Film and Television
• Steve Oney – Author of And the Dead Shall Rise: The M**der of Mary Phagan and the Lynching of Leo Frank

In 1913, Leo Frank, a Jewish factory manager in Atlanta, was accused and convicted of the M**der of young Mary Phagan. His trial, deeply influenced by public opinion, prejudice, and unreliable testimony, led to a controversial conviction. After his death sentence was commuted to life in Pr*son, a mob kidnapped and lynched Frank in 1915. This case remains one of the most infamous lynchings in U.S. history, highlighting critical issues of racial and religious violence and the failures of legal protection.

Join us for an in-depth discussion with leading experts as we examine the legacy of the case, its impact on American history, and its relevance today.

Following the discussion, Steve Oney will be signing copies of his recently published book, On Air: The Triumph and Tumult of NPR, along with copies of And the Dead Shall Rise. Matthew H. Bernstein will also be signing Screening a Lynching: The Leo Frank Case on Film and Television.

🎟️ FREE with registration – Reserve your spot today!

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