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Details for Lunchtime Lecture: Benjamin Banneker's Journal

Age older than or equal to 8.00 and younger than or equal to 150.00. The date used for calculating the age is Item Begin Date.Current Transaction Date before 11/13/24.Current Transaction Date after 02/05/25.Individuals who have been suspended by Park Police will be ineligible for registration.Registration will not be permitted for accounts that have unpaid debt balances.

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Join archivist Micah Connor for a deep dive into the early 19th-century pages of Benjamin Banneker's journal. Banneker was a mathematician, astronomer, and one of the first African Americans to be recognized for his scientific achievements. The journal contains notes on everyday life, correspondence with Thomas Jefferson, graphic projections for solar and lunar eclipses, practical descriptions of how he obtained his data about the planets and stars, and his dreams. This is a FREE hybrid event for ages 8 & up. Call or email us to register or visit pgparksdirect.com. Walk-ins are welcome. Registration is required for online participants to receive the TEAMS link.