DuSable Museum Tour, May 20, 2011

The DuSable Museum of African American History, the first and oldest institution of its kind in the country, has been dedicated to the collection, preservation, interpretation and dissemination of the history and culture of Africans and Americans of African descent for more than 46 years.  Will you be joining us when the DePaul Emeritus Society takes a tour of the museum?

The DuSable Museum is conveniently located in Washington Park at the corner of 57th and Cottage Grove, at 740 East 56th Place.  Currently, the DES plans to have a shuttle available for attendees which will leave from the Lincoln Park Campus and return in time for all to enjoy the May 20 luncheon in the Commons.  More information regarding the tour will be provided with the DES Luncheon invitation.  Mark your calendars now so you won't miss this wonderful opportunity.

Our very own DES member, Harvette Grey, was honored by the DuSable Museum last March.  She will join us as we tour the facility

March 16, 2010 - DuSable Museum News:

Chicago, IL. —- "Twenty local women who committed time, support and inspiration, and also fought for social justice and parity during the Civil Rights Movement have been named “Chicago Freedom Sisters,” by the Board of Trustees and staff of the DuSable Museum of African American History. The women were chosen during a promotion sponsored by the DuSable Museum and Macy’s, which asked the citizens of Chicago to nominate a local woman activist who participated in the Civil Rights Movement and has historically demonstrated an unbridled commitment to our struggle for equal rights. The women selected will now become a part of the attendance record-breaking exhibition, “Freedom’s Sisters,” which continues through April 4, 2010 at the Museum which is located at 740 East 56th Place (57th Street and South Cottage Grove Avenue) in Chicago.

"The twenty “Chicago Freedom Sisters,” were honored and presented with Certificates and special gifts during a breakfast ceremony which was held at the Museum and they will become a part of the “Freedom’s Sisters” exhibition for its remaining time at the Museum. “Freedom’s Sisters” is a collaboration between The Smithsonian Institution and Cincinnati Museum Center that brings to life 20 African American women. The women range from key 19th century historical figures to contemporary leaders who have fought for equality for people of color. Now, those 20 women will be joined by 20 Chicago women who are champions of freedom in their own right." Among the Chicago Freedom Sisters is Dr. Harvette Grey.

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