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“Thomas Day, Cabinet Maker: Man in the Middle” Presentation
February 22, 2016 @ 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
CLEMMONS BRANCH LIBRARY
3554 Clemmons Rd.
For information call (336) 703-2920
Monday, Feb. 22nd, 7:00 pm.
“Thomas Day, Cabinet Maker: Man in the Middle.” A North Carolina Humanities Council Road Scholars presentation. Filmmaker and educator Laurel C. Sneed will present a lecture on Thomas Day,remembered as the black craftsman who ran the largest furniture business in the state during the time of slavery. A skilled artisan and savvy businessman, Day’s shop turned out striking beds, bureaus, tables, sofas, and chairs that are just as highly coveted today as they were over 150 years ago. This dynamic, mediated presentation encourages audience participation as they analyze historical evidence and explore the mystery of one of our state’s most extraordinary and fascinating historical figures. Call (336) 703-2920 for information and to sign up for the program.
This project is made possible by funding from the
North Carolina Humanities
Council, a statewide
nonprofit and affiliate of the
National Endowment for the