Contemporary Issues Forum - Raymond O. Arsenault

"Marian Anderson and the Sound of Freedom"

Raymond O. Arsenault
John Hope Franklin Professor of Southern History emeritus, University of South Florida

Join acclaimed author and historian Ray Arsenault for a compelling talk based on his powerful biography of Marian Anderson, the celebrated contralto whose 1939 concert at the Lincoln Memorial became a transformative moment in American civil rights history. Arsenault will explore how Anderson’s voice—and her quiet strength—challenged racial barriers and inspired a nation, offering rich historical context and new insights into the legacy of this cultural icon. This lecture will be followed by a book signing.

Learn More: https://chautauquawomensclub.org/contemporary-issues-forum-raymond-arsenault/

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