Reading Frederick Douglass Together
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UUSGU, in partnership with the Grafton Public Library, is gathering people of all backgrounds and ages on Grafton Common to experience the moving words of Frederick Douglass’ famous speech, "What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?"
This free event, funded by Mass Humanities and Mass Cultural Council, will take place on July 5, 2025 on Grafton Common beginning at 6 PM. (Rain location: UUSGU at 3 Grafton Common)
Bring lawn chairs and a picnic. Water and snacks provided.
6 PM - Family activities and program featuring musicians and friends of UUSGU
6:30 PM - Reading of the Frederick Douglass speech
7:15 PM - Discussion groups will explore the meaning and relevance of Douglass' words to each of us today, particularly as they relate to America’s continuing legacy of slavery and racism.
This free event, funded by Mass Humanities and Mass Cultural Council, will take place on July 5, 2025 on Grafton Common beginning at 6 PM. (Rain location: UUSGU at 3 Grafton Common)
Bring lawn chairs and a picnic. Water and snacks provided.
6 PM - Family activities and program featuring musicians and friends of UUSGU
6:30 PM - Reading of the Frederick Douglass speech
7:15 PM - Discussion groups will explore the meaning and relevance of Douglass' words to each of us today, particularly as they relate to America’s continuing legacy of slavery and racism.
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