Learn about the symbols and meanings hidden in music and folk art used by the heroic “conductors” of the railroad.
Listen to readings of “Freedom River” by Doreen Rappaport, “Follow the Drinking Gourd” by Jeanette Winter, and other books about the underground railroad. We'll also learn about the secret map song "Follow the Drinking Gourd" and make a north star paper quilt block. Registration required.
AGE GROUP: | Families | Children |
EVENT TYPE: | Storytime | Children's Programs | Arts & Crafts |
TAGS: | underground railroad | north star | black history month | African American |
Mon, Mar 27 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
Tue, Mar 28 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
Wed, Mar 29 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
Thu, Mar 30 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
Fri, Mar 31 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
Sat, Apr 01 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
Sun, Apr 02 | 1:00PM to 6:00PM |
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Montclair, NJ 07042
Tel: 973-744-0500
Email: reference@montclairlibrary.org
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Montclair, NJ 07043
Tel: 973-744-0500 ext. 2285
Email: reference@montclairlibrary.org