Raising the Shade

Join us in this exploration of Franklin County History as special guests from Raising the Shade use historical records to piece together the lives of the seventy Black men born in our county who fought in the United States Colored Troops. From being born into slavery, to joining the army, and what paths their lives took in the aftermath, these are the stories of real people in one of the most turbulent times in U. S. history. This presentation will be followed by a discussion, and we ask that everyone please be respectful of differing viewpoints. Registration recommended but walk-ins welcome.