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Join historian Clarence Goodman as he delves into the rich, nuanced, and profound history of Black Chicagoans throughout the years. Signup required.
Black history in Chicago began in the 1780s with the arrival of the area's first non-indigenous settler, Jean Baptiste Pointe DuSable. Much later, on Election Day 2008, all eyes turned to Chicago as its most famous son, Barack Obama, was elected President of the United States. In the time between, there is much to explore. Join historian Clarence Goodman as he delves into the rich, nuanced, and profound history of Black Chicagoans throughout the years. Signup required.
Speaker bio: Clarence Goodman
Self-styled musician/historian/artist Clarence Goodman is a Chicago native who has explored every corner of the Windy City and its amazing history. Originally planning on a life as a teacher, college found him dropping out to pursue music as a profession, which lead to other paths. His love for his hometown has proven a blessing in finding his "accidental" career as a historian.
Today's hours
Closed
| Mon, Apr 21 | 9:00AM to 9:00PM |
| Tue, Apr 22 | 9:00AM to 9:00PM |
| Wed, Apr 23 | 9:00AM to 9:00PM |
| Thu, Apr 24 | 9:00AM to 9:00PM |
| Fri, Apr 25 | Closed |
| Sat, Apr 26 | 9:00AM to 5:00PM |
| Sun, Apr 27 | 12:00PM to 5:00PM |
The Tinley Park Public Library is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Individuals who require an accommodation for a disability for any library presentation should contact the library at 708.532.0160, x3 at least ten working days before an event.
