African American Invention From the Colonial Era to Now

Published on February 04, 2025

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On Tuesday, February 11th at 7:00pm, join us as Professor James Howard, Executive Director of the Black Inventors Hall of Fame, presents a heartfelt exploration of 400 years of contributions from Black inventors. He will shine a light on three important eras, honoring these innovators' relentless spirit and invaluable impact on our nation. This journey will reveal their struggles and their remarkable resilience in the face of adversity. It’s essential for all of us to recognize and celebrate their profound contributions to our society, acknowledging the shadows they overcame to pave the way for future generations.

This talk complements the exhibit, Three Eras of African American Invention, on view at the library February 3-27, 2025.

This is a hybrid event; you can attend in-person or virtually via Zoom:

  • No registration needed for in-person attendance, however seating is limited.
  • Register for Zoom attendance here: 

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_9xiAbsl9ShGYm9cv-zufdQ

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