Literacy for Kids presents Freedom Braids, with author Monica Duncan

Schedule

Wed Feb 25 2026 at 09:30 am to 11:30 am

UTC-05:00

Location

Main | Detroit Public Library | Detroit, MI

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Special author visit and presentation of Freedom Braids with author Monica Duncan
About this Event

Join us for a wonderful morning with author, Monica Duncan. She will present her beautiful picture book, Freedom Braids. Learn how cornrow patterns & hidden items were used by enslaved African people to gain freedom. One adult permitted per child's ticket (Please do not purchase a ticket for adults). Limit of 12 children total. Homeschoolers ages 6- 13 welcome. Registration is required. Entry Instructions will be emailed to confirmed registrants.

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Main | Detroit Public Library, 5201 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, United States

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