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Frederick Douglass: Agitator

Explore the later life of writer and orator Frederick Douglass in this original exhibit.

Originally on view at the American Writers Museum June 22, 2018-June 10, 2019, Frederick Douglass: Agitator is now available virtually!

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Douglass' Words

A photo mosaic that forms a portraits of Frederick Douglass from many small portraits of him

Author and orator Frederick Douglass was a “self-made man” (the title of one of his most popular speeches). To Douglass, a self-made man was an activist who sought to eradicate the sins of society. He escaped from slavery to become one of the most eloquent voices of abolitionism. The official end of slavery in 1865 marked the second phase of Douglass’ career. His words – passionate, brilliant, and powerful – denounced violent racism in the South while demanding true equality for all Americans.

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The Legacy of Frederick Douglass

Kenneth B. Morris, a descendant of both Frederick Douglass and Booker T. Washington, discusses their legacy and continued relevance, in conjunction with the American Writers Museum’s exhibit "Frederick Douglass: Agitator." This program was recorded by Chicago Access Network Television (CAN TV).
Manisha Sinha on the Enduring Legacy of Frederick Douglass

American Writers Museum presents a discussion with historian and writer Manisha Sinha about the enduring legacy of Frederick Douglass. Sinha is the author of "The Slave's Cause: A History of Abolition" which one the 2017 Frederick Douglass Book Prize. This conversation originally took place May 28, 2020 and was recorded live via Zoom.

Explore the virtual exhibit "Frederick Douglass: Agitator" at www.FD-Agitator.org

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Partners

Thank you to the partners who helped create Frederick Douglass: Agitator

Dr. John Stauffer

Keidrick Roy

Frederick Douglass National Historic Site

Chicago Scenic Studios

Young Chicago Authors

Frederick Douglass Family Initiatives

Amaze Design and Proun Design

See the original press release with more information here.

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