LYNN – (Podcast – Video – Photos) The city of Lynn kicked-off a year long Frederick Douglass celebration Today. February 14 marks his 200th birthday and their was ceremony at Lynn City featuring “Frederick Douglass”, his words and story. The entire presentation is posted below (podcast) along with interviews and photos from today’s event. Future events include: Read out Loud “the Narrative” at North Shore Community College 2/21/18 – 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. and the Lynn Museum will host free storyteller, treats, and activities Tuesday 2/20 – 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. – Click Here For Details
Listen to the entire ceremony from City Hall in Lynn – Speakers include: Darrell Murkison Master of Ceremonies, Arthur Akers Reads Douglass speech, Mayor Thomas McGee provides greeting from the city, and Frederick Douglass. (Douglass impersonator) Alan White
Alan White – Actor – Has played Douglass in several plays
Lynn Mayor Thomas McGee on the meaning of the Frederick Douglass Birthday Celebration
Photos From Lynn City Hall
