Saturday, January 11, 2020 at 2pm.  At Frederick Douglass Memorial Park, 3201 Amboy Road, Staten Island NY 10306 (about a block south of Clarke Ave).  Featuring Duane Felton. Co-hosted by Friends of Abandoned Cemeteries and Noble Maritime Collection.
Staten Island OutLOUD’s series continues on historian Nathaniel Philbrick’s ” In the Heart of the Sea”.
In this event we’ll explore the lives and work of the African-American sailors who were on the crew of the whaleship Essex. We’ll also examine the broader history of African-Americans at sea in the 19th century. More details TBA.
This event will take place indoors, in the cemetery’s reception areas and conference room; but you’re also invited to view the cemetery grounds during your visit.
Good for all ages. Book giveaway.