Courageous Conversations: Reckoning with the History of Slavery

145 West Main Street,Barrington IL 60010

13 April, 2022

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Join us for Courageous Conversatons “Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it,” said George Santayana. Join host Jessica Green at Barrington’s White House (or livestream!) for a live broadcast from D.C. of Rev. Dr. Zina Jacque in conversation with Clint Smith, author of one of the most acclaimed and bestselling books of 2021, How the Word is Passed: A Reckoning with the History of Slavery Across America. This will be a special cross-city dialogue with friends joining from across the country, with opportunity for Q&A. Seating is limited. Masks required.Livestream link will be emailed to ticketholders prior to each session.Doors open 6:30 p.m. Program begins at 7:00 p.m. CSTTickets: $25.ASL interpreting available upon advance request. Email [email protected] Conversations is presented by Urban Consulate with Barrington's White House and made possible by your ticket purchase and generous support from Jessica & Dominic Green, Kim Duchossois, Tyler & Danielle Lenczuk, Cobey & Erich Struckmeyer, Young Chung, Susan & Rich Padula, Carol & David Nelson, Dennis & Stacey Barsema, Julie Kanak & Mike Rigali, Barrington Area Community Foundation, and BMO Wealth Management. To learn more, visit CourageousCommunity.us Barrington's White House is an historic venue offering high-quality events including performances, concerts, artists, authors and repertory theater. This venue may also be rented by individuals, corporations and non-profit and community organizations for private events. This historic venue is located in the heart of Barrington within easy walking distance of wonderful restaurants, theaters and shopping.   From small intimate gatherings on the main floor to elegant parties and performances in the third floor ballroom, come and enjoy the best of what Barrington has to offer.