The Amistad Story: Connecticut’s Role in the Fight for Freedom

Library Closed

The Main Library and Jefferson Branch will be closed Monday, February 16th in observation of President’s Day. 

Program Type:

Community Conversation, Learn from the Expert, Presentation

Age Group:

All Ages
  • Registration is required for this event.
  • Registration will close on February 25, 2026 @ 5:30pm.

Event Details

Join us for a presentation by Discovering Amistad!

This engaging session takes participants on a journey through the lives of 53 Africans, how their freedom was interrupted, and how Connecticut played a major role in the abolitionist movement.

The presentation includes replica artifacts and visual aids that help participants fully engage with the history.

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