THE LIZZY FREEDOM THREAD BOOK TOUR NYC
Wed, Oct 15
|New York
Celebrating the legacy of Elizabeth Keckley, a remarkable woman who wove freedom, fashion, and friendship into the fabric of history. This tour highlights her journey from enslavement to becoming America's first couturiere.
Time & Location
Oct 15, 2025, 9:00 AM – Oct 19, 2025, 6:00 PM
New York, 1000 5th Ave, New York, NY 10028, USA
About the event
Join us in NYC for The Lizzy Freedom Thread Book Tour, celebrating the legacy of Elizabeth Keckley, a remarkable woman who wove freedom, fashion, and friendship into the fabric of history. This tour highlights her journey from enslavement to becoming America's first couturiere. Experience readings, discussions, and special events at the Met Museum and more, where we will explore themes of resilience, creativity, and liberation.
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