Meeting time & place:
2:00pm at the Racine Heritage Museum (RHM), 701 Main Street, in downtown Racine
Topic:
Racine's history of community members supporting the abolishment of enslavement in the 1800s, Hosted by Dr. Karen Lemke, interleague liaison for the Lake Michigan League of Women Voters and co-author of "Easy Walks and Paddles in Milwaukee."
Where to park:
RHM does not have public parking, but metered street parking is free on Sundays. Metered street parking available on 7th and Main Streets, as well as metered parking available in the 7th Street parking ramp across 7th Street from RHM.
What to expect:
Guests should expect an easy walk/roll on paved surfaces and in a NOT fully-ADA-accessible museum (free admission). Learn about Joshua Glover, a formerly enslaved person who was broken out of jail by residents of Racine and then made a 130-mile journey, including stops in Racine, Milwaukee, Waukesha and Walworth counties, to regain his freedom. Visit some of the historic markers recognizing Racine's history of community members supporting the abolishment of enslavement in the 1800s.
Registration is encouraged in case a need to cancel arises, but not required and open to all ages and abilities, members and nonmembers. Free event, donations welcomed.