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Library Series Part 3, Feb. 26: The Beat Goes On: Preserving the Heritage of the Black Panther Party, Operations of the Party in Illinois

  • Matteson Public Library 801 School Avenue Matteson, IL, 60443 United States (map)

Black History Month Three-Part Series, Free Admission

Preserving the History of the Black Panther Party in Illinois

South Suburban Library Series Part 3, February 19 February 26

The Historical Preservation Society hosts a three-part educational and cultural learning experience on the Illinois Chapter of the Black Panther Party at three south suburban libraries: Glenwood-Lynwood, Dolton and Matteson.

We hope you’ll join us! Register below!

 

Free Admission to All

FEB. 6

Part 1: Right On! The Party's People, Politics and Programs

Thursday, February 6, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Glenwood-Lynwood Public Library District, 19901 Stoney Island, Lynwood, IL

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FEB. 13

Part 2: Setting the Record Straight: A 50-Year Smear Campaign by Government, Police and Media

Thursday, February 13, 2025, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Dolton Public Library District, 14037 Lincoln Ave, Dolton, IL

REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED

 

FEB. 26

 

Part 3: The Beat Goes On: Preserving the Heritage of the Black Panther Party, Operations of the Party in Illinois

Wednesday, February 26, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Matteson Area Public Library District, 801 School Ave, Matteson, IL

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Library Series Part 2, Feb. 13: Setting the Record Straight: A 50-Year Smear Campaign by Government, Police and Media