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Sometimes a quilt is not just a quilt.
Join Connie Martin for a multi-media historical presentation. Discover the hidden codes and secret messages within family stories of 18 colorful, beautifully hand-crafted quilts that tell the significance to helping slaves escape on the Underground Railroad. Replicas of actual quilts that slaves used on their journey will be on display and discussed.
Connie Martin has a Master of Arts degree from Aurora University with a thesis in Interpreting African-American History Lessons in educational curriculums. This presentation was created by Connie's mother Dr. Clarice Boswell author of the book Lizzie's Story: A Slave Family's Journey to Freedom.
This program is presented in honor of Juneteenth. Juneteenth is celebrated annually on June 19th to commemorate the ending of slavery in the United States.
The 1501 Ellinwood Street library building is the realization of a longheld dream of the library board, staff and community partners. Located in the heart of downtown Des Plaines, the four story, 82,000 square foot building represents the community's commitment to reading, lifelong learning, and a center for family activities. A grand central staircase and large windows provide a wealth of natural light and illuminate the building at night.