Sitting in for the American Dream
Elmhurst Public Library · Elmhurst, IL
Date & Time
- Date
- Tuesday, February 16, 2027
- Time
- 7:00 PM CST · Time may vary; check the source
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About this event
Large Meeting Room. In 1960, four Black students staged a sit-in at a segregated Woolworth's counter in Greensboro, NC, challenging the grip of the Jim Crow laws. Inspired, Van Gilmer—then a student at North Carolina A&T—soon joined the peaceful protests. In this powerful talk, Gilmer shares his firsthand experience and reflects on the courage that fueled the Civil Rights Movement. Live in-person and virtually on Zoom. Register to receive the information to join.
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