# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Author Talk with Joseph McGill Jr.: “Sleeping with the Ancestors”
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 17 Jun, 2026 at 03:00 pm
- **Event Description**: As we reflect on 250 years of America’s history, The Henry Ford invites you to a book signing and presentation by author Joseph McGill Jr., founder of the Slave Dwelling Project based in Charleston, South Carolina.

McGill will discuss his book “Sleeping with the Ancestors: How I Followed the Footprints of Slavery” (2023), co-authored with Herb Frazier. The book gives a personal account of McGill’s groundbreaking project to sleep overnight in former slave dwellings that still stand across the country — revealing the fascinating history behind these sites and shedding light on larger issues of race in America. 

The program will take place in The Lodge at Christie & Main in Greenfield Village. A book signing begins at 3 p.m., followed at 4 p.m. by McGill’s presentation and a brief audience Q&A. Copies of “Sleeping with the Ancestors” will be available for purchase. 

Admission is free for members or included with village admission, available for purchase at THF.org/tickets. 

This event is held in partnership with the Association for Living History, Farm and Agricultural Museums.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/dearborn/author-talk-with-joseph-mcgill-jr-sleeping-with-the-ancestors/200030223164318
- **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, sports
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 23

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Dearborn
- **state**: MI
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 20900 Oakwood Blvd, Dearborn, MI, United States, Michigan 48124
- **lat**: 42.30254
- **long**: -83.23769
- **full address**: 20900 Oakwood Blvd, Dearborn, MI, United States, Michigan 48124

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Author Talk with Joseph McGill Jr.:  Sleeping with the Ancestors  being held?
  - **A:** Author Talk with Joseph McGill Jr.:  Sleeping with the Ancestors  takes place on Wed, 17 Jun, 2026 at 03:00 pm to Wed, 17 Jun, 2026 at 03:00 pm at 20900 Oakwood Blvd, Dearborn, MI, United States, Michigan 48124.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Author Talk with Joseph McGill Jr.:  Sleeping with the Ancestors ?
  - **A:** Author Talk with Joseph McGill Jr.:  Sleeping with the Ancestors  is organized by The Henry Ford.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at The Henry Ford's events?
  - **A:** The Henry Ford has 342+ followers on AllEvents, reflecting a trusted and active community of event-goers who follow their events. The Henry Ford has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Author Talk with Joseph McGill Jr.:  Sleeping with the Ancestors  is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Dearborn, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Author Talk with Joseph McGill Jr.:  Sleeping with the Ancestors  sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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