Free...Activities include Live Music, Re-enactments, Historic House Tours, Ice Cream Churning, Junior Ranger Activities, Arts & Craft.
Location: Frederick Douglass National Historic Site 1411 W Street SE Washington, DC 20020
Info: 202-426-5961
Saturday, February 14th, 12pm-4:30pm
Frederick Douglass National Historic Site
1411 W Street SE
Washington, DC.
This year’s annual birthday celebration will commemorate the 90th anniversary of women wining the right to vote and Douglass’ contributions to the movement.
There will be plenty activities for the entire family including a reenactment of Frederick Douglass by actor Fred Morsell. Morsell is known for his rare ability to capture the power and eloquence of the great orator.
Special guest speaker, Sally McMillen, author and Professor of History at Davidson College, will be discuss Douglass’s involvement with the women’s rights movement and sign copies of her recent book “Seneca Falls and the Origins of the Women’s Movement”.
The Frederick Douglass National Historic Site is dedicated to preserving the legacy of the most famous 19th century African American. His life was a testament to the courage and persistence that serves as an inspiration to those who struggle in the cause of liberty and justice. Visitors to the site learn about his efforts to abolish slavery and his struggle for rights for all oppressed people.