What Is the Fourth of July to African Americans?

What is the Fourth of July to African Americans? Hear Frederick Douglass' historic speech and join the discussion. July 4 @ 1 PM
About this Event

What Is the Fourth of July to African Americans?

A Community Listening & Discussion

As America prepares to celebrate 250 years of independence, we invite you to join us for a thoughtful community conversation about the meaning of freedom, liberty, and citizenship from an African American perspective.

This special program features a listening session of Frederick Douglass's historic 1852 speech, "What to the Slave Is the Fourth of July?"—one of the most powerful speeches ever delivered in American history.

Following the presentation, participants will engage in a community discussion exploring:

• The contradiction between American freedom and slavery
• The contributions of African Americans to the building of the United States
• The continuing pursuit of justice, equality, and full citizenship
• What America's 250th anniversary means for African Americans today

Whether you are familiar with Douglass's words or hearing them for the first time, this event offers an opportunity to reflect, learn, and engage in meaningful dialogue about America's past, present, and future.

Event Includes

• Listening presentation of Frederick Douglass's famous speech
• Historical background and context
• Community discussion

This program is ideal for students, educators, history enthusiasts, families, and anyone interested in understanding American history through a broader and more inclusive lens.

Come listen. Learn. Reflect. Discuss.

Together, let's explore one of the most enduring questions in American history:

"What is the Fourth of July to African Americans?"

Presented and Hosted by: Pan African Cultural Community (PACC)