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(Lunch and Learn Event) “Harlem Renaissance and the Renaissance Man”

This presentation will share the history, journey, and connection of two titans of the early 20th century — Langston Hughes & Gordon Parks

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(Lunch and Learn Event) “Harlem Renaissance and the Renaissance Man”
(Lunch and Learn Event) “Harlem Renaissance and the Renaissance Man”

Time & Location

Oct 06, 2023, 11:30 AM – 12:15 PM

Fort Scott, 2108 Horton St, Fort Scott, KS 66701, USA

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About the event

(Lunch and Learn Event) “Harlem Renaissance and the Renaissance Man” with Randal Jelks, Professor of African and African American Studies and American Studies at University of Kansas. This presentation will share the history, journey, and connection of two titans of the early 20th century — Langston Hughes, a poet and playwright, and Gordon Parks, a photographer. This presentation will reveal their shared legacy through an exhibit panel display that celebrates their lives and careers. This will also be the official launch opening with ribbon cutting of the exhibit. Our program is brought to us by Humanities Kansas.  The Lunch and Learn is free to attend, but the sack lunches are only available by pre-purchase for $8 each by Thur, Oct. 4.  Those planning to purchase the lunches can also pay over the phone or check by mail. or bring your own lunch and join us. Dessert and drinks also available in theFSCC Ellis Fine Arts Center. FREE to attend, except for lunch.

Tickets

  • Ham Sandwich Lunch

    This ticket includes Ham Sandwich lunch with chips, drinks and dessert

    $10.00
    Sale ended
  • Turkey Sandwich Lunch

    This Turkey sandwich lunch includes chips, drink and dessert

    $10.00
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  • Vegetarian

    This Vegetarian Sandwich lunch includes chips, drink and dessert

    $10.00
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  • Vegan Lunch

    $10.00
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