Speaking of History... From Entertainment to Enlightenment

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Sat Sep 20 2025 at 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

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Ohio History Connection | Columbus, OH

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Join magician, actor and author Rory Rennick (facebook.com/roryrennick/) for a captivating talk exploring his journey from magic and mystery to uncovering hidden histories in playing cards. Rennick is the world’s leading authority on Henry “Box” Brown and the foremost expert on African diaspora and Black-imaged playing cards — holding the largest known collection and publishing the only research of its kind. Expect surprises along the way!
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Ohio History Connection, 2006 Velma Ave, Columbus, OH 43211-2455, United States

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