First Saturday in the First State: African-Americans in Times of War

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Join the Heritage Park for the monthly First Saturday in the First State program. The many partners provide special thematic programming that changes each month.  Here is a list of programs for "African-Americans in Times of War" on February 3 Its something new every month!  #FirstSaturday   #FirstState “An Eagle on his Button and a Musket on his Shoulder:” African-American Soldiers in the Civil War 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.  John Bell House on The Green Explore the crucial contributions of the United States Colored Troops during the Civil War, and discover USCT heroes from Delaware who fought to win freedom and equality. “The Dean of Black Politicians:” The Life and Work of Herman Holloway 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.  Legislative Hall  Guided tours will explore the life of Herman Holloway, one of Delaware’s most prominent African-American politicians, who served as both a State Representative and State Senator during the 1960s. Biggs Kids: Freedom Quilt 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.  Biggs Museum of American Art Celebrate the courage and creativity of our state’s African-American ancestor’s by adding a square to our freedom quilt. Tales of Slavery and Freedom 10 am – 3 pm Meet at the John Bell House on The Green.  As a border state, Delaware held a complicated position regarding slavery. Tours of the Governor’s House  10 a.m. – 1 p.m.  At Woodburn – The Governor’s House  The Tuskegee Airmen of World War II 10:30 a.m.  Delaware Public Archives Presented by the Brigadier General Ernest George Talbert (Retired USAF), this program is designed to tell the story of the Tuskegee Airmen, reveal the significance of their achievements and include information about other African-American warriors and civilian aviators.  A Network to Freedom  11 a.m.  Old State House on The Green Guided tours will examine the events associated with the Underground Railroad that gave the historic capitol credentials to be a part of the National Park Service “Network to Freedom” and share the story of Samuel D. Burris. The Evolution of Black Recorded Music: The Roots 1 p.m.  Johnson Victrola Museum This program looks at spiritual artists like Paul Robeson, Marian Anderson and pre-Jazz artists like James Reese Europe and their roles in laying the foundations for future black musicians. This four-part series spans from the earliest years of the record industry to modern times. Legion of Strangers: The Ebony Doughboys Story 1:30 and 3 p.m.  Kent County Courthouse at 38 The Green Learn about the Ebony Doughboys: African-American Soldiers who fought in WWI with the French Foreign Legion. Guided tours available between programs.

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