Black History of Howard County

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Teens, Adults
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Allowed Ages: 14 and up

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Celebrate Black History Month by uncovering local history! 

Learn about the history of African Americans in Howard County, Maryland and the town of Savage, as collected in History of Blacks in Howard County, Maryland: Oral History, Schooling, and Contemporary Issues. Hear about particular players in local history and learn why Howard County is the way it is today, with historical and personal perspective from Deborah Costley, local historian and genealogist. Share any experiences brought up as part of our Brave Voices, Brave Choices project. Appropriate for ages 14 and up.