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Arts and Entertainment
Monday, October 26, 2009
The Legacy of John Brown is on view at the Akron Art Museum
A series of screenprints tells the story of the abolitionist including his decade in Akron.
WKSU's Vivian Goodman reports
Jacob Lawrence, After John Brown's capture, he was put to trial for his life in Charles Town, Virginia (now West Virginia), 1978, screenprint on paper, 20 x 14 in., Collection of the Akron Art Museum, Gift of David and Frances Cooper 1979.35 u
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Reporter Vivian Goodman
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In Akron, a seminal moment in American history is being commemorated through music and visual art. "The Passion of John Brown" premiered last month at the Akron Symphony. And "The Legend of John Brown" is on view through mid-February at the Akron Art Museum. It's part of a sesquicentennial observance of the Civil War and the role of one of Akron's most famous residents in sparking it.
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Lake Placid is commemorating the life and legacy of John Brown December 4th and 8th, 2009 - 150 years after his trail, hanging, cortege back to Lake Placid (North Elba) and burial.
A Symposium will be held to examine the life and actions of John Brown, and those who believed in and joined his efforts, as well as recognize the ramifications that still influence us to this day.
More information can be found about the event at :
http://www.johnbrowncominghome.com/John_Brown_Coming_Home.html
Posted by: Carol Joannette (Lake Placid, NY) on October 27, 2009 2:54PM