On November 9, 2023 the Folger’s virtual book club continues with a discussion of Beheld by TaraShea Nesbit. To prepare for the discussion, we have pulled together a list of resources related to colonial America.
EXPLORE surprising connections between Shakespeare and Plymouth
- Shakespeare Unlimited. Episode 163: Stephen Hopkins and Stephano
- Excerpt – Shakespeare’s Church and the Pilgrim Fathers: Commemorating Plymouth Rock in Stratford
LEARN more about the historical figures in the book
REFLECT on the lasting colonial impact on Native communities
We would like to thank the following organizations for their generous support of this program
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Folger Book Club: The East Indian
Folger Book Club: The East Indian
Our May book club tells the story of Tony, a young boy kidnapped and indentured on a tobacco plantation during the early days of English colonization in Virginia.
Thu, May 2, 2024, 6:30pm
DC & Me: Community Stories from Anacostia
DC & Me: Community Stories from Anacostia
Come hear stories from and see art created by the Anacostia community in this multi-media installation.
Tues, May 7 - Mon, Sep 9, 2024
Othello Lessons from the Teachers of The Folger Guide to Teaching Othello
Othello Lessons from the Teachers of The Folger Guide to Teaching Othello
Teachers are invited to join this free Folger Education professional development session.
Thu, May 23, 2024, 8pm ET
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