Lost History of Caroline County's First Graduate of Howard University

104 East Sunset Avenue,Greensboro MD 21639

09 April, 2021

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Learn about the lost history of Caroline County's first graduate of Howard University at the Greensboro Maryland Historical Society! Established in the nation's capital in 1867, Howard University was founded as an integrated and co-ed institution of higher learning supported by Tuckahoe native Frederick (Bailey) Douglass, who served on the Board of Trustees from 1871 until his passing in 1895. During his quarter-century of service to the university, Douglass welcomed and supported students from all over the country, including those from familiar families of his native Eastern Shore. Join the Greensboro Historical Society for a presentation and discussion on the ongoing research of Caroline County's first graduate of Howard University in Washington, D.C. --- Presenters for the program are John Muller, co-founder of Lost History USA (www.losthistoryUSA.com) and author of Frederick Douglass in Washington, D.C.: The Lion of Anacostia, and Justin McNeil, co-founder of Lost History USA. --- Reservations are limited to 30 attendees. Eventbrite ticket will *NOT* guarantee seat; please contact Mr. Chad Dean, via email [email protected], or Mary Riddleberger, via phone (410) 482-8903, to secure a seat. Minimal charge at the door and/or suggested donation.