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February 11, 2017, Saturday - History Comes Alive: Jackie Robinson at Central Library


Time: 1pm-2pm

Location: Central Library, Children's Library, 300 Nicollet Mall

History Comes Alive: Jackie Robinson

Black history honored here! African American men and women shaped not just Minnesota, but the entire nation. Their history comes alive in this series of interactive dramatic reenactments. Learn the story of Jackie Robinson along with Minnesota's Black 'n Brown players and their many surprising contributions to baseball's rich history. Collaborator: The Minnesota African American Museum and Cultural Center. Funded by Minnesota's Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.