"What to the Slave is the Fourth of July" Reading at Linden Place
- 500 Hope Street, Bristol, RI 02809
- Newport County
- June 7, 2026
Frederick Douglass Reading & Lecture - "What to the Slave is the Fourth of July"
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When:Â Sunday, June 7th from 2:00 to 3:30 PM
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Join us at 2:00 pm for a dynamic reading by Joe Wilson Jr. of Frederick Douglass' iconic speech, "What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?" followed by a talk focused on Douglass' time and experiences in New Bedford, MA with Rufai Shardow, New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park Ranger titled "Walking in the Footsteps of Douglass."
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Light refreshments will follow. Admission is free but reservations are encouraged to help us with planning and set up.
Additional Information
- Presented By: Linden Place
- Dates: June 7, 2026
- Location: Linden Place
- Address: 500 Hope Street, Bristol, RI 02809
- Time: 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
- Price: Free to attend
500 Hope Street, Bristol, RI 02809



