Reading Frederick Douglass Together 2026
Date & Time
Fri Jun 26 2026 at 12:00 pm to 01:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Robert Gould Shaw and the 54th Regiment Memorial | Boston, MA
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Be part in this year's reading of "What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?"About this Event
This annual program brings the community together to collectively read and reflect on Frederick Douglass’s historic 1852 speech, “What to the Slave Is the Fourth of July?”Participants take turns reading aloud, creating a shared experience that underscores the continued relevance of Douglass’s words.
This nationwide tradition invites reflection, dialogue, and renewed commitment to the ideals of freedom and justice. Co-presented with Mass Humanities and Community Change.
Event Location
Robert Gould Shaw and the 54th Regiment Memorial, 26 Beacon Street, Boston, United StatesTickets & Booking Details
USD 0.00
Event Host
Museum of African American History
