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, Apr 15 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
Tue, Apr 16 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
Wed, Apr 17 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
Thu, Apr 18 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
Fri, Apr 19 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
Sat, Apr 20 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
Sun, Apr 21 | 1:00PM to 6:00PM |
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Montclair, NJ 07043
Tel: 973-744-0500 ext. 2283
Email: reference@montclairlibrary.org