Frederick Douglass Reading: What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?

Come join the Sharon Historical Society in the annual community reading of noted abolitionist Frederick Douglass's iconic  speech from 1852 about the contrasts between the principles stated in the Declaration of  Independence and the position and legal treatment of slaves in the United States prior to the Civil War.   Sharon residents will read portions of his speech, followed by a group discussion. This year the event will be occurring on the 174th anniversary of the first time Frederick Douglass delivered it. 

The event will be indoors, to guard against excessive heat, and light refreshments will be served.

If you would like to participate as a reader, please  email mailto:programs@sharonhistorical.org