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Screening of movie “Harriet”
February 2, 2020 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
FreeScreening of Movie “Harriet”
Saturday & Sunday February 1 & 2, 2020 2 PM
Based on the thrilling and inspirational life of an iconic American freedom fighter, Harriet tells the extraordinary tale of Harriet Tubman’s escape from slavery and transformation into one of America’s greatest heroes. Her courage, ingenuity and tenacity freed hundreds of slaves and changed the course of history.
Naturally, the screening will be followed by a Q&A, about the movie itself with part of the focus on the status of efforts to put Tubman on the $20 bill.
After the Obama administration announced plans to put Tubman on the front of the currency, replacing Andrew Jackson, the Trump administration has delayed those plans. In May, Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said that the redesign will be delayed — perhaps until 2028.
Admission Free. Free popcorn & drink served.
October Gallery 6353 Greene Street Philadelphia, PA 19144.