In honor of Native American Heritage Month, the Black Abolitionist Archive, Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, and the McNichols Campus Library are co-sponsoring a special lunchtime event Thursday, Nov. 16 from 12:45-2 p.m.
The event will be held in the Bargman Room, located on the Library’s second floor.
Director of the Black Abolitionist Archive and Professor of History Roy E. Finkenbine will present on Potawatomi Hospitality. The Potawatomi — one of Michigan’s “Three Fires” — practiced a rich tradition of offering extravagant hospitality to strangers, including food, drink, entertainment and shelter in their homes.
The presentation will discuss this traditional practice, which was noted in the accounts of European explorers, settlers and freedom seekers making their way north, as well as how the Potawatomi keep this extravagant hospitality alive today.
Prior to the presentation, ODEI Director Kristin Johnston and a student will share the history of Native American Heritage Month and read the University’s Land Acknowledgment.
A light lunch will be provided. All are welcome to attend!
