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Black History On Your Own Time

TED Talk
2021-02-26 00:00:00 2021-02-26 23:59:00 America/Chicago Black History On Your Own Time Educator Christina Greer introduces the man who organized the historic March on Washington. TED-Ed Original lessons feature the words and ideas of educators brought to life by professional animators. Virtual/Online

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Add to Calendar 2021-02-26 00:00:00 2021-02-26 23:59:00 America/Chicago Black History On Your Own Time Educator Christina Greer introduces the man who organized the historic March on Washington. TED-Ed Original lessons feature the words and ideas of educators brought to life by professional animators. Virtual/Online

Educator Christina Greer introduces the man who organized the historic March on Washington. TED-Ed Original lessons feature the words and ideas of educators brought to life by professional animators.

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AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Adult Programs |

TAGS: | video | adults |

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