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Historic Beverly invites the community to participate in our annual\u00a0Reading Frederick Douglass Together<\/em>\u00a0program, a powerful public reading of Frederick Douglass\u2019s landmark July 5, 1852 speech,\u00a0\u201cWhat, to the Slave, is the Fourth of July?\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

As part of this statewide initiative led by Mass Humanities, community members volunteer to read portions of Douglass\u2019s speech aloud, reflecting on its enduring call for freedom, justice, and equality. This year marks Historic Beverly\u2019s fifth Reading Frederick Douglass event and coincides with Beverly\u2019s 400th anniversary celebration, making this year\u2019s gathering especially meaningful.<\/p>\n

We are honored to welcome renowned Frederick Douglass historian and interpreter Nathan Richardson, who brings Douglass\u2019s words and presence to life through his acclaimed first-person interpretation. Richardson\u2019s powerful performances have inspired audiences nationwide and create a deeply moving connection to one of America\u2019s most important voices.<\/p>\n

Following the reading, guests are invited to stay for a special concert performance by the David Eure Duo. Known for blending jazz, improvisation, and storytelling, the ensemble will close the morning with a dynamic musical celebration of community, culture, and reflection.<\/p>\n

Historic Beverly is currently seeking volunteer readers from across the community to participate in this year\u2019s program. Whether you are a returning participant or attending for the first time, all are welcome to take part in this shared reading experience. To volunteer email: education@historicbeverly.net<\/p>\n

Historic Beverly extends sincere thanks to Mass Humanities and the Mass Cultural Council for their generous support through the\u00a0Reading Frederick Douglass Together<\/em>\u00a0grant program, which helps make this event possible. Additional support is provided by the North Shore MA NAACP and Beantrust Coffeebar.<\/p>\n

Learn more about Nathan Richardson at\u00a0www.scpublishing.com<\/a>
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