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Politician and Preacher: The Life of Adam Clayton Powell, Jr.

Politician and Preacher: The Life of Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. In-Person

Join us and learn about Adam Clayton Powell, Jr., a preacher who became the first African American elected to Congress from New York state. Representing Harlem from the 1940s through the early 1970s, he became known as "Mr. Civil Rights." Presented by Monroe Community College History Professor, Mark Sample. Registration required. 

Date:
Monday, February 9, 2026
Time:
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Time Zone:
Eastern Time - US & Canada (change)
Location:
Brighton - Learning Center
Library:
Brighton Memorial Library
Audience:
  Adults  
Categories:
  History  

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