CELEBRATING BLACK HISTORY MONTH

CELEBRATING BLACK HISTORY MONTH:

February is Black History Month! The City of New Albany invites you to come see two wonderful exhibits at the Carnegie Center for Art and History that can help you learn more about Black History.

“Ordinary People, Extraordinary Courage: Men and Women of the Underground Railroad” walks you through the history of the Underground Railroad in New Albany, and details experiences and events from people seeking freedom from slavery.

“Remembered: The Life of Lucy Higgs Nichols” tells the story of Lucy’s life from 1838-1915. Lucy was a slave from Tennessee who served as a nurse during the Civil War, and eventually spent her post-war life as a free woman, making her home in New Albany.

More information about these exhibits can be found at carnegiecenter.org or by calling 812-944-7336.

The City of New Albany encourages everyone to take time to learn more about our local Black History and their positive impacts on our community and our nation.